Senior Hardware Engineer

The application window is expected to close on: 04/13/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team The Computing Systems Products Group stands at the forefront of technological advancement in data center integration, leveraging the groundbreaking architecture provided by The Unified Computing Systems (UCS). Our mission is to facilitate the creation of a seamlessly unified data center environment. By meticulously designing and refining the next wave of unified computing systems, we are effectively merging critical data center components—compute, storage, networking, visualization, and management—into a singular, streamlined platform. You will become an integral part of an elite team renowned for its excellence within the computing industry—a group that not only designs but also meticulously implements and delivers computing system products that set the industry standard. The team comprises a diverse group of engineers, each bringing a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion for innovation. Your Impact In this role as Hardware Engineer III, you will: •Contribute to blade server designs on computing system products •Bring up systems and execute engineering validation in the lab •Work on products from concept to production •Interact with cross-functional teams for technical discussions. •Address technical problems and issues Minimum Qualifications •Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years’ experience or master’s degree with 4+ years' experience in electrical or computer engineering •Experience with hands-on board design •Prior experience with lab bring up and design validation Preferred Qualifications •Experience with x86 processors, high-speed design, signal integrity, power distribution techniques •Experience with board design tools preferably Cadence Concept, and Allegro •Experience with lab test and measurement tools •Experience with shipping products. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $152,400.00 to $221,800.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which 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. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined peri ... (truncated, view full listing at source)