Hardware Modeling Engineer

Cisco Systems, Inc.; California, San Jose (MO, CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented engineer to join their hardware architecture team. In this dynamic role, you will focus on advanced modeling and simulation, contributing to the development of next-generation network devices. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, you will work closely with ASIC design and verification teams, enhancing the infrastructure for chip design processes. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation and diversity, offering a supportive environment where your contributions will help shape the future of technology.

Benefits

Paid Time Off for Volunteering

Learning and Development Opportunities

Hybrid Work Environment

Inclusive Communities

Diverse Backgrounds and Perspectives

Qualifications

• 5+ years in ASIC or chip development engineering.
• Experience in modeling and simulation for digital hardware systems.

Responsibilities

• Join the hardware architecture team focusing on advanced modeling and simulation.
• Collaborate with ASIC design and verification teams from initial definition to chip signoff.

Skills

C++

Object-Oriented Programming

Modeling and Simulation

Digital Hardware Systems

Scripting Languages (Python, Perl)

Technical Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

SystemC

TLM (Transaction-Level Modeling)

Verilog

VHDL

Job description

The application window is expected to close on 6/02/2025.

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

This role requires the employee to work onsite at the San Jose office location.

Meet the team:

Leaba Semiconductor, now part of Cisco, is the heart of Cisco's ASIC design group. You'll be part of our team driving Cisco Silicon One's next-generation network devices, working in a dynamic environment that combines startup agility with Cisco's corporate stability.

Our design center hosts all hardware and software development teams under one roof, enabling seamless collaboration and rapid innovation. Together, we're building a unified, programmable silicon architecture foundational to Cisco's future routing products.

Your Impact:

• Join Cisco Silicon One's hardware architecture team, focusing on advanced modeling and simulation using SystemC.
• Contribute to developing complex infrastructure of SystemC behavioral models.
• Enhance the infrastructure to support the entire chip design process, improving simulation accuracy, performance, and multi-functional collaboration.
• Collaborate closely with ASIC design and verification teams from initial definition to chip signoff.
• Work with software teams to enable new features.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related disciplines with 5+ years in ASIC or chip development engineering.
• Experience in modeling and simulation for digital hardware systems.
• Proficiency in C++ with strong object-oriented programming skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with TLM (Transaction-Level Modeling) and other modeling standards.
• Knowledge of digital design and HDLs such as Verilog or VHDL.
• Strong technical communication and documentation skills.
• Collaborative approach with meticulous attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with networking protocols.
• Understanding of design verification concepts and methodologies.
• Experience with scripting languages like Python or Perl.

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We celebrate our employees' diverse backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company and many careers, with learning and development opportunities at every stage. Our technology, tools, and culture pioneered hybrid work trends, enabling everyone to give their best and be their best.

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