Director, ASIC Technical Program Management

Application Deadline: August 2nd 2024, 5 PM PST

WHO WE ARE

Cisco Silicon One is the center of Cisco's ASIC design and is driving the development of next-generation network devices for the AI/ML era. Our outstanding team works in a startup atmosphere within a stable and leading corporate environment, and our design center hosts all silicon Hardware and Software development fields under one roof.

Our devices are crafted for universal adaptability, delivering high speed without sacrificing programmability, buffering, power efficiency, scale, or feature flexibility. The Cisco Silicon One team develops breakthrough silicon products.

We enable the use of these innovative products in the fast-paced world of Open Standards, Open Networking, and massively Scalable Cloud Data Centers. If you want to work with amazing people and ground breaking customers developing the next generation of world-class products, join us.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage infrastructure projects in a matrix organization covering a range of functional areas in Silicon Engineering, Platform, Software, Hardware Systems, Sourcing & Operations, and vendors.
• Drive and manage ASIC development and their subsystems with vendors, from concept to production.
• Provide hands-on program management during all phases of silicon and firmware development from concept, design, development, fabrication, validation, qualification, and production release phases.
• Drive internal process improvements across multiple teams and functions.
• Work with the software, hardware, and architecture teams to understand the requirements and constraints.
• Deliver ASIC solutions and high-quality system products while aligning with product management and Architecture team requirements.

WHO YOU ARE

You possess strong interpersonal skills, which are evident in your ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively within diverse, cross-functional teams. Tour organizational strengths are complemented by a track record of leadership and outstanding communication skills, allowing you to multitask efficiently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Additionally, you have demonstrated experience in managing both the granular technical details and the overarching big-picture strategy.

Who You'll Work With: As a Director of ASIC Technical Program Management you'll be interacting with cross-organization functions, such as Software, System, Architecture, and Marketing teams.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering or other technical field and an equivalent experience of 12+ years in the industry.
• Demonstrable experience in ASIC development or management.
• Experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Computer Science and/or Electrical Engineering or other technical field and 8+ years of experience of industry experience.
• 3+ years of experience in Program/Product management or Technical/Engineering management with proven leadership in delivering successful products.
• Prior experience in managing ASIC design flow (architecture, micro-architecture, RTL, Synthesis, functional verification, physical layout etc.)
• Experience in pre-silicon testing with Emulation, FPGA, and post-silicon validation.

WHY CISCO

The Internet of Everything is a phenomenon driving new opportunities for Cisco and it's redefining our customers' businesses worldwide. We are pioneers and have been since the early days of connectivity. Today, we are building teams that are expanding our technology solutions in the mobile, cloud, security, IT, and big data spaces, including software and consulting services. As Cisco delivers the network that powers the Internet, we are connecting the unconnected. Imagine creating unprecedented disruption. Your revolutionary ideas will impact everything from retail, healthcare, and entertainment, to public and private sectors, and far beyond. Collaborate with like-minded innovators in a fun and flexible culture that has earned Cisco global recognition as a Great Place to work. With roughly 10 billion connected things in the world now and over 50 billion estimated in the future, your career has exponential possibilities at Cisco.

Day to day, we focus on the give and take. We give our best, give our egos a break, and give of ourselves (because giving back is built into our DNA.) We take accountability, bold steps, and take difference to heart. Because without diversity of thought and a dedication to equality for all, there is no moving forward. So, you have colorful hair? Don't care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That's cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. A passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us

We offer extensive employee benefits including 20 days of PTO, 10 paid volunteering days, paid birthday off, 401k match with NO vesting, generous health/dental/vision benefits and much more.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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