Analog/Mixed Signal IC Component Engineer

Cisco • Hazlet Township, NJ

2d • $143,100 - $185,900

About The Position

The Component Quality and Technology (CQT) organization is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Component Engineer (CE) to manage custom analog/mixed signal semiconductor ICs for our coherent and client optics products. This role focuses on the technical lifecycle management and foundry-level engagement of semiconductor components critical to our high-performance optical networking products. You will work closely with design, supply chain, and quality teams to maintain the integrity of our hardware components.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• Experience with analog/mixed‑signal CMOS technology nodes commonly used for high‑speed, low‑power, and RF designs (e.g., 65 nm, 45 nm, 28 nm, 22FD‑SOI).
• Familiarity with JEDEC reliability standards and industry best practices
• Proficiency in data analysis, with familiarity in ML/AI methods
• Ability to translate complex technical requirements into actionable strategies across diverse, cross-functional teams.

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.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
• paid parental leave
• short and long-term disability coverage
• basic life insurance
• paid time away
• 10 paid holidays per full calendar year
• 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
• 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
• paid year-end holiday shutdown
• 4 paid days off for personal wellness
• 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (non-exempt)
• flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
• 80 hours of sick time off
• Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree