Senior ASIC Design Verification Engineer

Cisco Systems, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering team at a leading tech firm, where you will shape the future of networking hardware. As part of the Common Hardware Group, you will engage in designing and verifying cutting-edge ASICs that power Cisco's core products. Collaborate with top-tier talent in ASIC development, contributing to innovative solutions that impact enterprises and service providers globally. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on complex challenges and be part of a team that drives technological advancements. If you are passionate about hardware engineering and ready to make a significant impact, this position is your chance to shine.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in ASIC design verification or 5+ years with a Master's degree.
• Strong experience in System Verilog/UVM and ASIC processes.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ASIC design verification for high-end switching products.
• Develop simulation models and performance analysis.

Skills

System Verilog/UVM

ASIC design and verification

Debugging methodology

Collaboration

Linux

C/C++

Python/Perl

Networking knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Science/Engineering

Master's in Electrical/Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Simulation models

Test plans

Performance analysis tools

Job description

Location:

San Jose, California, US

Area of Interest:

Engineer - Hardware

Compensation Range:

149600 USD - 214100 USD

Job Type:

Professional

Job Id:

1430687

The application window is expected to close on 2/07/2024

Who We Are

The Common Hardware Group (CHG) delivers the silicon, optics, and hardware platforms for Cisco's core Switching, Routing, and Wireless products. We craft the networking hardware for Enterprises and Service Providers, the Public Sector, and Non-Profit Organizations worldwide. Cisco Silicon One (#CiscoSiliconOne) is the only unifying silicon architecture in the market that enables customers to deploy the best-of-breed silicon from top-of-rack (TOR) switches through web-scale data centers and across service providers, enterprise networks, and data centers with a fully unified routing and switching portfolio.

Join us and shape Cisco's ground-breaking solutions by designing, developing, and testing some of the most complex ASICs being created in the industry.

Who You'll Work With

You will work with outstanding talent and vast ASIC development expertise in design, DV, DFT, physical design, and post-silicon validation. The team comprises micro-architects, front-end designers, and verification engineers. Cisco is a system company, so you can also use the ASIC to work with the System and Software teams and participate in the journey from sample arrival through system validation to first customer shipments.

What You'll Do

• You will participate in the ASIC design verification for Cisco high-end switching products.
• Development of simulation models, test plans, direct and random tests, code or functional coverage, multi-chip/system simulation, and performance analysis.
• Collaborate with the hardware, software designers, and vendors.

Who You Are

• You can take on problems of moderate scope involving multiple modules, work under general supervision, and follow established procedures.
• You understand product-level architecture.
• Exercise judgment within defined standards and consult with management.
• Promote collaboration with team members.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer science or computer engineering with 7 years of related experience or Master's in electrical or computer science or computer engineering combined with 5 years of related experience.
• Experience in System Verilog/UVM.
• Experience with ASIC design and verification processes, debugging, methodology, and tools.
• Experience in verifying blocks/clusters/full chip level for ASIC.

Preferred:

• Post-silicon lab bring-up experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of Linux is needed. C/C++ and Python/Perl are preferred.
• Knowledge of Networking is preferred.
• Experience with Formal verification is a plus.

Why Cisco?

#WeAreCisco. We are all unique, but collectively, we bring our talents to work as a team, to develop innovative technology, and to power a more inclusive, digital future for everyone. Nearly every internet connection around the world touches Cisco. We're the Internet's optimists. Our technology makes sure the data traveling at light speed across connections does so securely. We tackle whatever challenges come our way. We have each other's backs, recognize our accomplishments, and grow together.

Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:

When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses.