Analog/Mixed Signal IC Component Engineer
Cisco SystemsJob Title
Analog/Mixed Signal IC Component Engineer
Role Summary
The Component Engineer manages custom analog/mixed-signal semiconductor ICs for Cisco's coherent and client optics products. The role focuses on technical lifecycle management, foundry-level engagement, and maintaining component integrity across design, supply chain, and quality teams.
Experience Level
Mid-level — typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience in semiconductor manufacturing, component engineering, or hardware engineering.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include technical lifecycle oversight, foundry engagement, and cross-functional coordination.
- Manage technical lifecycle and foundry interactions for custom analog/mixed-signal ICs.
- Validate component performance and ensure quality compliance with manufacturing processes.
- Coordinate between design, supply chain, quality, and external foundry partners.
- Manage Product Change Notifications (PCNs) and End-of-Life (EOL) events to prevent supply disruptions.
- Provide technical guidance to align foundry process flows with product requirements.
Requirements
Must-have technical experience and skills:
- 3+ years in semiconductor manufacturing, component engineering, or hardware engineering.
- Strong understanding of semiconductor foundry technologies; experience engaging directly with foundries preferred.
- Working knowledge of analog/mixed-signal ICs used in high-speed optical transceivers.
- Ability to analyze technical data and translate requirements across cross-functional teams.
Nice-to-have:
- Experience with analog/mixed-signal CMOS nodes (e.g., 65 nm, 45 nm, 28 nm, 22FD‑SOI).
- Familiarity with JEDEC reliability standards and industry best practices.
- Experience with ML/AI methods for data analysis.
Education Requirements
BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related technical field is specified (Bachelor's or Master's degree).
About the Company
Company: Cisco Systems
Headquarters: San Jose, CA, United States
Cisco Systems is a global technology company that designs and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, software, and services. It provides enterprise and service-provider networking, security, collaboration, and optical communications solutions (including Acacia Communications technologies for high-speed optical interconnects).
