Signal/Power Integrity Hardware Engineer (Onsite)

Cisco•San Jose, CA

1d•$112,200 - $162,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Cisco UCS SI team is seeking a Signal Integrity Testing and Validation Engineer for the design and analysis of high-speed interconnects and power distribution networks. As a member of the UCS SI team, you will help test the next generations of Intel, AMD based Compute Servers for Cisco Blade products. You will be working in a larger team, collaborating closely with Design Hardware Engineers, ECAD, Mechanical, Thermal, Manufacturing, and versatile and knowledgeable SI/PI engineers in the creation of next-generation Compute Server and AI Server products.

Requirements

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or related field with 2+ years of related experience, or Masters in Electrical Engineering or related field + 0 years of related experience.
Core Expertise: 3+ years of experience in hardware design or signal integrity, backed by a foundation in transmission line theory and high-speed circuit principles.
Design & Simulation: Experience with PCB layout using Cadence Allegro and capable of utilizing simulation tools like SPICE and 2D/3D field solvers (HFSS, Power SI), etc.
Lab Proficiency: Hands-on experience with high-speed characterization using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, TDRs, and VNAs.
Programming Skills: Experience in automating tasks and analyzing data through Python or Matlab scripting.

Nice To Haves

Effective teamwork and communication skills.
Motivation to learn and solve technical challenges.
Coursework or project experience in signal integrity, power noise analysis, or related fields.
Working experience with high-speed DDR PCIe links, NRZ and PAM4 SerDes, as well as high-speed PCB/package development and PI analysis, is a plus.
Experience with using or developing AI based tools
Experience with HSPICE, ADS, MATLAB, Cadence PowerSI AC/DC, Allegro.
Exposure to high-speed interface technologies (e.g., SerDes, LVDS, CML).

Responsibilities

Assist in the system level laboratory validation and analysis of high-speed digital and analog systems
Using scripting and programming or automating the measurements, analysis, and utilizing AI tools to optimize post-processing data.
Lab management skills managing probes, scopes, terminations, and cables
Manage Licensing and maintaining Simulation Servers based on Windows or Linux systems
Support prototype function bring-up, and system-level validation and troubleshooting.
Collaborate with hardware, layout, and validation teams to resolve technical issues.
Contribute to documentation, data analysis, and correlation of simulation and lab measurements.
Participate in technical discussions with guidance from senior team members.
Support signal integrity simulations using industry-standard tools

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
Cisco restricted stock units
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 employees)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt employees)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)