Memory Semiconductor Component Engineering Technical Leader Hybrid

Cisco•San Jose, CA

13d•$162,500 - $205,400•Hybrid

About The Position

The Memory Semiconductor Component Engineering Technical Leader will serve as Cisco’s domain authority in memory technologies, advising internal and external technical partners on selecting, validating, and qualifying memory components for Cisco products. The role is part of the Component Quality and Technology team and works directly with Cisco design, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams, as well as component vendors. This is a hybrid position. The role analyzes and influences vendor roadmaps, participates in technical reviews and memory-component selection for next-generation products, and guides Cisco design and engineering teams on recommending and integrating next-generation memory. It also assesses emerging technologies, architectures, industry roadmaps, and supplier capabilities for technical feasibility, performance, reliability, quality, and readiness for future products. The position leads end-to-end component and system failure investigations and works with vendors on corrective and preventive actions. The position requires a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, and at least eight years of experience in memory design/application or Field Application Engineering. Cisco lists a projected U.S. and/or Canada starting salary range of $162,500 to $205,400, with higher or different ranges for specified locations. U.S. benefits and paid time away are described in the posting, subject to eligibility and company policies.

Requirements

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
At least 8 years of experience in memory design/application or Field Application Engineering.
Ability to assess emerging memory technologies, architectures, and industry roadmaps, including DDR6 and evolving JEDEC memory standards, to identify trends, guide design decisions, and ensure readiness for future product requirements.
Strong knowledge of DRAM ECC methodologies, including Partial Chipkill (PCLS) and Single Device Data Correction (SDDC).
Comprehensive knowledge of DRAM technologies, including DDR generations (DDRx), LPDDRx, HBM, and emerging memory solutions, and their applications in server and networking platforms.

Nice To Haves

Strong problem-solving skills and effective conflict-resolution abilities.
Experience with semiconductor device reliability testing and characterization methods, such as HTOL, ELFR, LU, and ESD.
Experience in memory semiconductor fabrication, including wafer-level processes and packaging.
Experience investigating component failures across NPI, mass production, and field returns, with knowledge of failure-analysis techniques.
Flash knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Cisco design teams to enhance and improve memory quality and reliability across Cisco platforms.
Serve as the subject matter expert for memory technologies and provide technical expertise to investigate next-generation memory solutions.
Assess emerging technologies, architectures, industry roadmaps, and supplier capabilities to determine technical feasibility, performance, reliability, quality, and readiness for future products.
Lead investigations and end-to-end failure analysis for components and system issues.
Work with vendors to define, implement, and verify corrective and preventive actions, including 8D and root-cause analysis.
Analyze and influence vendor roadmaps and participate in technical reviews and selection of memory components for next-generation Cisco products.
Influence Cisco design and engineering teams to recommend and integrate next-generation memory into Cisco solutions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible U.S. employees.
401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Basic life insurance.
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available, subject to eligibility and vesting conditions.
Paid holidays and a floating holiday for non-exempt employees.
Paid birthday day off, year-end holiday shutdown, and personal wellness days.
Paid vacation time for non-exempt employees; exempt employees participate in a flexible vacation time-off program.
Sick time off, including carryover of unused sick time subject to the stated limit.
Additional paid time away may be requested for critical or emergency family issues.
Optional paid volunteer days.
Annual bonuses may be available for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies.