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# Hardware Engineer II (Full Time) - United States

- **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Durham, NC, United States
- **Salary:** $112,200.0 - $186,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Network Interface Controllers, Python (Programming Language), PCI Express, Subsystems, Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), Test Scripts, Hardware Testing, Cisco
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3466971480&tx=TT3734TYZ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Meet one of the following (completed within the past 3 years or expected to be completed within the next 12 months):

-A Master's degree with 0 years of work experience;

-A Bachelor's degree with 2 years of work experience.

 * Qualifying education and work experience should be in Hardware Engineer, Engineering or a related field.
 * Experience in hardware validation using lab equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, and Spectrum Analyzers.
 * Experience creating test scripts in Python.
 * Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with PCIe adapters (GPUs, DPUs, NICs) and switches.
 * Familiarity with design tools such as Cadence Concept and Allegro.
 * Experience with shipping products.
 * Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

## Description

* Assist with the design and validation of a server sub-system.
 * Ensure design meets functional specs.
 * Work independently on assigned tasks.
 * Participate as a valuable team member to deliver quality products on time.
 * Participate in cross-functional meetings and teams.
 * Participate in creating functional specifications and technical documentation.