CareerPlan

Hardware Engineering Technical Leader - ECAD - 10 to 15 years - Bangalore

Bangalore, IndiaFull-time2026-11-05 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead ECAD hardware design, layout, and routing for Cisco's core Switching, Routing, Wireless, and Industrial products.

Role type

Senior IC Hardware Engineering Technical Leader (ECAD)

Builds

Silicon, optics, and hardware platforms including Silicon One

Domain

Networking hardware, AI infrastructure, high-speed interfaces

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

ECAD design and layout, schematic and PCB review, prototype bring-up, hardware debug, Computed Automated Design Tools, cross-functional leadership, root cause analysis, high-speed interface knowledge

Preferred skills

Vendor relationship management, full product development lifecycle management, firmware/software collaboration

Technologies

Ethernet, PHYs, Switch ASIC, Computed Automated Design Tools

Responsibilities

Drive design, layout, and routing of industry-leading products; Lead cross-functional development efforts; Facilitate communication and creative problem-solving to identify root causes and implement corrective measures; Leverage AI tools to enhance design process quality and efficiency

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities