Director, Mixed Signal

As the Director of Engineering and India Site Lead at Cisco's Client Optics Group (COG) Silicon Engineering Org, you will be leading the India Team in Bengaluru & Pune. Your role involves setting up a high-performance silicon engineering team and overseeing the end-to-end execution of optical transceiver development for COG's silicon-photonicsbased transceiver chipsets and modules. A key focus of this role is to deploy AI tools to enhance productivity, quality, and development cycle times. Key Responsibilities: - Evaluate Marketing Requirements Documents (MRDs) and provide timely responses for new product concepts - Participate in Cisco's product lifecycle process including Concept Commits (CCs) and Engineering Commits (ECs) - Develop and maintain accurate program schedules and resource plans - Oversee the design, development, and delivery of electronics ICs and chipsets - Ensure best engineering practices in development, physical design, simulation, and validation - Apply analytics and AI/ML to optimize test strategies and improve test coverage - Partner with global teams to ensure successful program delivery - Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture, promoting knowledge sharing across teams - Mentor and develop high-performing teams emphasizing continuous learning and effective use of AI-assisted development tools Qualifications Required: - 15+ years of high-speed electronics and photonics development leadership experience - Experience in mixed signal/analog electronics and digital signal processors - Knowledge of high-speed SERDES, optical/photonic ICs, and advanced packaging - Expertise in silicon diagnostics, test coverage, DFT, and validation - Advanced degree (Masters/PhD) in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field Preferred Qualifications: - Understanding of silicon manufacturing processes and automation - Knowledge of optical transceiver silicon architecture at high data rates - Familiarity with MSA standards and IEEE 802.3 ethernet specifications - Strong communication, global team management, and executive presence This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing silicon engineering team in India and drive innovation in optical transceiver development using cutting-edge technologies and AI tools. As the Director of Engineering and India Site Lead at Cisco's Client Optics Group (COG) Silicon Engineering Org, you will be leading the India Team in Bengaluru & Pune. Your role involves setting up a high-performance silicon engineering team and overseeing the end-to-end execution of optical transceiver development for COG's silicon-photonicsbased transceiver chipsets and modules. A key focus of this role is to deploy AI tools to enhance productivity, quality, and development cycle times. Key Responsibilities: - Evaluate Marketing Requirements Documents (MRDs) and provide timely responses for new product concepts - Participate in Cisco's product lifecycle process including Concept Commits (CCs) and Engineering Commits (ECs) - Develop and maintain accurate program schedules and resource plans - Oversee the design, development, and delivery of electronics ICs and chipsets - Ensure best engineering practices in development, physical design, simulation, and validation - Apply analytics and AI/ML to optimize test strategies and improve test coverage - Partner with global teams to ensure successful program delivery - Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture, promoting knowledge sharing across teams - Mentor and develop high-performing teams emphasizing continuous learning and effective use of AI-assisted development tools Qualifications Required: - 15+ years of high-speed electronics and photonics development leadership experience - Experience in mixed signal/analog electronics and digital signal processors - Knowledge of high-speed SERDES, optical/photonic ICs, and advanced packaging - Expertise in silicon diagnostics, test coverage, DFT, and validation - Advanced degree (Masters/PhD) in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field Preferred Qualifications: - Understanding of silicon manufacturing processes and automation - Knowledge of optical transceiver silicon architecture at high data rates - Familiarity with MSA standards and IEEE 802.3 ethernet specifications - Strong communication, global team management, and executive presence This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing silicon engineering team in India and drive innovation in optical transceiver development using cutting-edge technologies and AI tools.