ASIC Engineering Technical Leader - Emulation

About the role

The Common Hardware Group (CHG) seeks an experienced ASIC verification engineer to lead and innovate in the development of cutting-edge hardware platforms. This role requires being onsite in San Jose, CA at least 4 days/week.

Responsibilities

• Set vision and strategy for ASIC verification methodology and execution across multiple programs and product lines
• Serve as technical authority and mentor for verification teams, fostering technical excellence and innovation
• Lead architecture and implementation of scalable, reusable verification infrastructure and methodologies
• Drive cross-functional initiatives to improve verification efficiency, quality, and coverage at scale
• Influence ASIC architecture and design to enable robust verification and high-quality silicon
• Provide technical leadership in root cause analysis and resolution of complex issues during bring-up and post-silicon validation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s + 10 years of related experience, or Master’s + 7 years of related experience, or PhD + 5 years of related experience
• Experience in System Verilog, UVM, and verification methodologies including emulation
• Experience architecting verification strategies for complex ASIC programs
• Experience leading verification teams or projects
• Experience in scripting (Python, Perl)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in data center, Hyperscalers, or AI Networking technologies
• Author or contributor to industry standards or best practices in ASIC verification
• Deep expertise in multiple protocols and large-scale SoC architectures
• Experience with advanced emulation, prototyping, and formal verification tools at scale
• Experience with silicon bring-up and post-silicon debug
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills

Benefits

At Cisco, we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment. Starting salary range for this position is $168,800.00 to $241,200.00, subject to location and individual performance. Additional benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. For quota-based sales roles, incentive compensation is included in the salary range.