PCB Design Hardware Engineer - Optical Group (Onsite)

Benefits

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Not verified checked Jun 13, 2026

Salary

$122K-$172K From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

401(k) match

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$116,543 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+9.8% - Much faster than average

26% above the BLS role benchmark for software engineering aggregate.

Matched to SOC 15-1252 - Software Engineering aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function

Engineering From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Mid From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Work mode

Onsite From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

In-office days

5 days From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Schedule

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Weekend work

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Company

Company stage

Public-company From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Equity

Offered Verified - SEC 10-K source checked Jun 20, 2026

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About this role

PCB Design Hardware Engineer - Optical Group (Onsite) Carlsbad, California, US The application window is expected to close on: 04/17/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . This position requires that you commute to the Carlsbad, CA office 5 days per week. MEET THE TEAM The system hardware team in Cisco Client Optical Group is seeking a Hardware Engineer for the design and analysis of high-speed PCB/substrate. As a member of the hardware design team, you will help develop the next generations of Cisco optical module products, participating in the definition and design of current and next-generation IC packages, PCBs and PCBAs. You will be working in a team of electrical and mechanical engineers, collaborating closely with system architects, ASIC engineers, package engineers, layout engineer and other SI/PI engineers in the creation of next-generation optical modules. YOUR IMPACT Define hardware architecture and board-level design strategy with test, qualification, SI, and PI requirements in mind. Work on schematic design, PCB layout, power simulation and component selection. Work with layout engineer on PCB placement and routing for best SI and PI performance. Decide appropriate PCB material, stack-up, and work with vendors to address any DFM (Design for Manufacturability) issues. Support prototype test plan, function bring-up, validation, and troubleshooting. Work closely with other hardware team members including HW design, CAD, Mechanical, Power, EMC, and Diagnostics to deliver first-class products. Lead comprehensive PCB design reviews, provide expert guidance and ensuring

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