ASIC Engineering Technical Leader

Job Title

ASIC Engineering Technical Leader

Role Summary

The ASIC Engineering Technical Leader will lead Design-for-Test (DFT) solutions for next-generation optical communications ASICs within Cisco/Acacia. The role focuses on defining and implementing DFT architectures, ensuring test readiness from RTL through post-silicon validation, and integrating DFT into subsystems.

Experience Level

Senior — experience equivalent to Bachelor's +8 years, Master's +6 years, or PhD +3 years in ASIC development.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include designing and validating DFT for high-speed optical ASICs and coordinating implementation across design and test teams.

• Lead design and implementation of DFT architectures, including scan insertion and memory BIST.
• Perform ATPG test pattern generation for multiple fault models and support post-silicon validation.
• Evaluate design readiness for scan insertion using RTL and physical-design DRC checks.
• Integrate and verify DFT IP and fabrics within subsystems.
• Run and debug gate-level simulations; troubleshoot timing and clock-domain crossing issues.
• Collaborate with ATE/test teams for silicon testing and validation.
• Develop and automate test and validation flows using scripting languages.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience:

• Proven experience in DFT architecture, scan insertion, memory BIST, and ATPG.
• Hands-on experience with Siemens Tessent or Synopsys DFT toolflows.
• Proficiency in RTL design and debugging using Verilog/SystemVerilog.
• Experience generating ATPG patterns and supporting post-silicon test validation.
• Experience with gate-level simulation and debugging; familiarity with CDC and timing issues.
• Experience working with ATE testers and coordinating test activities.
• Strong scripting/automation skills (Python, Tcl, or C++).

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with advanced high-speed, low-power silicon processes.
• Subsystem integration experience for optical communications products.

Education Requirements

The posting specifies degree-and-experience combinations: a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of ASIC experience, a Master's degree with 6 years of ASIC experience, or a PhD with 3 years of ASIC experience. No specific academic field or certifications were listed beyond ASIC experience.

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).