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# Software Engineering Manager - ASIC Simulation - San Jose, CA

- **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $210,600.0 - $305,100.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Computer Networks, Software Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Software Engineering, SystemVerilog, Application Specific Integrated Circuits
- **Published:** July 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/87808683/1

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degreewith12+years of related experience,orMaster'sdegreewith8+years of related experienceor PhDwith5+years of related experience

 * 5+yearsof hands-on Software and/or ASIC development

 * 2+ years ofexperience leading engineering teams, or technical domains in a software and/or ASIC development environment, with responsibility for leading and developing engineers

 * Programmingexperience with C or C++, or System Verilog or Design Verification

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Prior experience designing and implementing ASIC functional simulators

 * Experiencewith data networking technologies

 * Experience across bothSoftware development and ASIC development

 * Demonstrated ability to build collaborative partnerships and communicate effectively across teams.

## Description

As the leader of the team, you willbe responsible fordeliveringa state-of-the-artfunctional simulator for the CiscoSiliconOnefamily ofrouting and switchingdevices. This simulator is a critical product that streamlines the development process and significantly reduces time-to-market.

In this role, you will:

 * Lead and mentorand scale theteamto4-10engineers, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment

 * Oversee the design and delivery of a high-performance, reliable, and user-friendly behavioralmodelfor CiscoSiliconOnedevices

 * Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including ASIC Architecture, Software, and Hardware to align goals and ensure seamless execution

 * Champion engineering excellence by modeling hands-on problem solving and debugging best practices

 * Guide team members in their professional development with tailored growth plans and regular feedback


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