ASIC Design Verification Technical Leader - Acacia (hybrid)
Cisco · Austin, Texas, United States
On-site Full-time Posted 4 days ago
About this role
The application window is expected to close on: 06/01/2026<p><span style="color:#000000"><b><span style="font-size:14px">Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received</span></b><span style="font-size:14px">.</span></span></p><p></p><p>The application window is expected to close on 7/7/26. </p><p>Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. </p><p></p><p>Preferred candidates will be based in Maynard, MA, or Austin, TX and be available to be onsite 3 days per week.</p><p></p><h2><span>Meet the Team</span><br /> </h2><p>Acacia, part of Cisco, provides innovative silicon-based high-speed optical interconnect products to accelerate network scalability through advancements in performance, capacity, and cost
Our DSP ASICs, silicon photonic PICs, and coherent modules empower cloud and service providers to meet the fast-growing demand for data. We have assembled a team of cross-functional experts capable of solving the challenges of next-generation optical interconnects, resulting in industry-leading, award-winning products. Come join us at Cisco, named the #1 world’s best workplaces, and do purposeful work that makes a global impact and gives back to a company culture that empowers an inclusive future for all.</p><p></p><h2><span>Your Impact</span><br /> </h2><p>The ASIC Design Verification Technical Lead Engineer will be working on next-generation 100G-1.6T coherent optical communications products
This role is for a senior contributor & technical leader focused on verifying highly complex ASICs that are used in these next-generation systems. The role requires someone to demonstrate their experience applying sophisticated verification techniques to ASIC projects: ensuring design quality, leading sophisticated technical projects, developing process improvements for the team, and mentoring teammates on techniques, technology & method
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