Test Development Engineer

Cisco•San Jose, CA

About The Position

As a Test Development Engineer, you will be a key contributor to the development and implementation of test strategy for new products. You will own the software development and test design of new product platforms, ensuring they are delivered on time and within quality specifications. You will serve as a product lead, engaging with engineering teams to gain in-depth system hardware knowledge and driving Design for Test (DFT) and DFx standards. Your work directly impacts manufacturing yield, field reliability, and the overall success of Cisco's global product deployments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 4+ years of related experience, or Master’s degree with 2+ years, or PhD with 1+ year of related experience.
Proven experience in software development and electrical design for automated test equipment.
Strong proficiency in Python for test automation script development.
Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis on manufacturing yield issues and field escapes.
Experience in applying DFx (Design for Excellence) standards and providing DFT feedback.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing stakeholders in a global manufacturing environment (CM/ODM/OEM).
Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems of diverse scope.
Proven ability to lead projects and mentor junior team members.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
Experience in hardware/software integration and system-level troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and deploy automated test platforms for Cisco's global manufacturing partners.
Develop robust test automation scripts using Python to streamline functional testing.
Generate product-specific test plans and drive comprehensive test coverage based on product requirements.
Analyze manufacturing yield issues and field escapes; perform root cause analysis and implement preventive measures to ensure test continuity.
Manage stakeholders and partners (CM/ODM/OEM) to provide Design for Test (DFT) feedback and ensure alignment on technical requirements.
Collaborate with engineering teams to gain in-depth system hardware knowledge for new product introductions.

Benefits

medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short-term disability coverage
long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
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 from one calendar year to the next
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay (sales roles)
restricted stock units