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Meet the Team

Join the Cisco Silicon One team, working at the core of our silicon development for web-scale and service provider networks. This team offers a unique and exciting experience for Program Managers by combining the resources of a large, multi-geography silicon organization with a startup-like culture that promotes growth and innovation.

Your Impact

As a Program Manager, you will:

• Oversee and manage cross-functional infrastructure projects within a matrix organization, covering various functional areas such as Silicon Engineering, Platform, Software, Hardware Systems, Sourcing & Operations, and vendors.
• Drive and manage ASIC development and subsystems from concept through to production in collaboration with internal teams and external vendors.
• Provide hands-on program management throughout the full development cycle of silicon and firmware, including concept, design, development, fabrication, validation, and production release.
• Work closely with the software, hardware, and architecture teams to align with product requirements and ensure all constraints are met.
• Lead process improvements across multiple teams and functions to drive better collaboration and efficiency.
• Independently manage complex projects with minimal supervision, ensuring timelines and milestones are met.
• Deliver high-quality ASIC solutions and systems products while collaborating with product management and architecture teams.

Who You Are

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• You bring 8+ years of experience in ASIC development and 3+ years in Program or Product Management or Technical/Engineering management.
• You have proven leadership skills, with the ability to manage projects from technical details to the big picture.
• You possess strong experience in managing the ASIC design flow, including architecture, micro-architecture, RTL, synthesis, functional verification, and physical layout.
• You excel in interpersonal communication, relationship building, and collaboration within cross-functional teams.
• You have excellent organizational and leadership skills, and are capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in pre-silicon testing (Emulation, FPGA) and post-silicon validation is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Networking technologies and concepts.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or TCL.
• Experience with formal verification tools and emulation.
• Excellent strategic planning and communication skills, with a self-motivated focus on execution.

Why Cisco

We connect everything: people, processes, data, and things. At Cisco, we take bold risks and shape the technologies that empower smart cities, connected cars, and next-gen networks. Join us and be part of a company that is changing the world, where we celebrate the diversity and creativity of our people and foster an inclusive environment for all.

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