Signal Integrity Engineer

Cisco • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

The Signal Integrity Engineer will be a key member of the Cisco Enterprise Access Switching SI team, focusing on the design and analysis of high-speed components, interfaces, and power distribution networks. This role involves collaborating with various engineering teams to develop next-generation Cisco Switch products, including ASICs, PCBs, and system interconnects.

Requirements

• PhD/MSEE or BSEE combined with 5+ years of related experience.
• Strong lab skills and measurement experience (VNA, TDR, Real Time Scope, BERT).
• Strong knowledge of tools such as HFSS, ADS, Matlab, Cadence PowerSI, Allegro, Simbeor, and HSpice.
• Proficiency with field solvers and PI simulation tools such as PowerSI.
• Working experience with high-speed NRZ and PAM SerDes, high-speed PCB/package development, and PI analysis is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Self-motivation and collaboration skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• A desire to innovate.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-speed link modeling and simulation, including high-speed IO, IC package, and system interconnections.
• Model and analyze power delivery networks.
• Conduct electromagnetic modeling of complex dimensional structures.
• Perform pre and post-route signal integrity analysis of both PCB and ASIC package designs.
• Write signal integrity design guidelines, test plans, and test reports.
• Decide on appropriate PCB materials and stackup, and work with vendors to address any DFM issues.
• Support prototype function bring-up, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Address signal integrity challenges on system high-speed interconnections, including clock and power.
• Collaborate closely with other hardware function teams including HW design, eCAD, Mechanical, Power, EMC, and Diag to deliver first-class products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree