Lifecycle-Driven Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Engineer (Optics)

Cisco Systems; Holmdel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 143,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems in Holmdel, NJ is seeking a detail-oriented Component Engineer to manage custom analog/mixed-signal semiconductor ICs for coherent and client optics products. You will partner with design, supply chain and quality teams to maintain component integrity across the lifecycle.

The role focuses on technical lifecycle management, foundry engagement, and validation of IC performance, with cross-functional collaboration and PCN/EOL management.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, component engineering, or hardware engineering.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor foundry technologies; experience working directly with foundry partners is highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of analog/mixed signal ICs used in high-speed optical transceivers.

Responsibilities

• Drive the technical lifecycle management and foundry engagement for custom analog/mixed signal semiconductor components
• Influence foundry interactions, applying expertise in semiconductor manufacturing technologies to ensure process alignment and quality compliance.
• Apply technical knowledge of analog/mixed signal ICs to validate component performance and quality.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between design, supply chain, and external foundry partners
• Proactively manage Product Change Notifications (PCNs) and End-of-Life (EOL) events to prevent supply chain disruption.

Skills

Semiconductor manufacturing

Component engineering

Hardware engineering

Foundry engagement

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or related field

Job description

Cisco Systems in Holmdel, NJ is seeking a detail-oriented Component Engineer to manage custom analog/mixed-signal semiconductor ICs for coherent and client optics products. You will partner with design, supply chain and quality teams to maintain component integrity across the lifecycle.

The role focuses on technical lifecycle management, foundry engagement, and validation of IC performance, with cross-functional collaboration and PCN/EOL management.