Advanced Packaging Design Engineer

Cisco

. Contribute to package design activities including planning, floor planning, pinout optimization, stack-up definition, and high-speed routing support .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $155,000 - $222,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in ASIC package design, including high-speed signaling and power delivery, while collaborating effectively with cross-functional engineering teams. Proficient in utilizing industry-standard EDA tools and scripting languages to enhance package design methodologies and resolve technical issues.

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ASIC Package DesignHigh-Speed SignalingEDA ToolsScripting LanguagesCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Package DesignPCB DesignHigh-Speed Design EngineeringPower DeliverySI/PI ConceptsAdvanced Packaging TechnologiesInterposersMulti-Die SystemsDebuggingIssue Resolution

Soft Skills

CollaborationOwnershipProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

EDA ToolsPythonPerlTCLShell

Industry Keywords

Electrical EngineeringDesign ReviewsTechnical InvestigationsFloor PlanningLayout Editors

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PerlPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to package design activities including planning, floor planning, pinout optimization, stack-up definition, and high-speed routing support
Collaborate with SI/PI, silicon floor planning, layout, and manufacturing teams
Support package implementation activities and work closely with layout editors
Participate in technical investigations, design reviews, and tradeoff discussions
Help develop and improve package design methodologies, flows, and best practices
Contribute to debugging, issue resolution, and package bring-up activities
Work with package leads and senior engineers on complex package programs
Progressively take ownership of larger design scopes
Develop, implement, and test complex ASIC package designs from early planning through tapeout

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience or Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering or a related field
Experience in hardware, package, PCB, or high-speed design engineering
Experience with high-speed signaling, power delivery, and system-level hardware concepts
Prior experience with industry-standard EDA tools for package or PCB design
Experience in ASIC package design, PCB design, or related high-speed hardware development
Experience with SI/PI concepts and collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams
Experience with advanced packaging technologies, interposers, or multi-die systems is an advantage
Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, TCL, or shell
Must live within commuting distance of the San Jose, CA office and commute to the office 4–5 days per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
Paid birthday day off
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program for exempt employees
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward annually
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies