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Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 7d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
As a Test Development Engineer, you will develop and implement test strategies for new products, ensuring timely delivery and quality specifications. You will also design and deploy automated test platforms and analyze manufacturing yield issues.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is required, along with relevant experience in software development and electrical design. Proficiency in Python and experience with DFx standards are also necessary.
Full job description
Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Meet the Team
Product Operations is part of Supply Chain Operations (SCO), driving New Product Introduction (NPI) and Product Lifecycle Management from launch through End of Life (EOL). The team partners with Design Engineering early in development to ensure manufacturability, testability, and smooth transitions into production. We’re collaborative, highly technical, and focused on solving complex problems that connect design and manufacturing at scale.
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Test Engineer to join the Transceiver Module Group (TMGBU). In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust test solutions for our advanced optical transceiver products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest standards of quality, performance, and reliability for our optical components.
Your Impact As a Test Development Engineer, you will be a key contributor to the development and implementation of test strategy for new products. You will own the software development and test design of new product platforms, ensuring they are delivered on time and within quality specifications. You will serve as a product lead, engaging with engineering teams to gain in-depth system hardware knowledge and driving Design for Test (DFT) and DFx standards. Your work directly impacts manufacturing yield, field reliability, and the overall success of Cisco's global product deployments.
Design, build, and deploy automated test platforms for Cisco's global manufacturing partners.
Develop robust test automation scripts using Python to streamline functional testing.
Generate product-specific test plans and drive comprehensive test coverage based on product requirements.
Analyze manufacturing yield issues and field escapes; perform root cause analysis and implement preventive measures to ensure test continuity.
Manage stakeholders and partners (CM/ODM/OEM) to provide Design for Test (DFT) feedback and ensure alignment on technical requirements.
Collaborate with engineering teams to gain in-depth system hardware knowledge for new product introductions.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 4+ years of related experience, or Master’s degree with 2+ years, or PhD with 1+ year of related experience.
Proven experience in software development and electrical design for automated test equipment.
Strong proficiency in Python for test automation script development.
Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis on manufacturing yield issues and field escapes.
Experience in applying DFx (Design for Excellence) standards and providing DFT feedback.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing stakeholders in a global manufacturing environment (CM/ODM/OEM).
3+ years of test engineering experience with optical transceivers or optical networking modules (SFP, SFP+, SFP28, QSFP, QSFP28, QSFP-DD, OSFP, CFP, etc.)
Hands-on experience testing to industry standards such as IEEE 802.3, ITU-T, OIF-CEI, MSA specifications (SFF-8636, CMIS), and Ethernet/Fibre Channel protocols
Experience with optical/RF test equipment including BERT (Bit Error Rate Testers), optical power meters, optical spectrum analyzers (OSA), sampling/real-time
Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems of diverse scope.
Proven track record in leading projects and mentor junior team members.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
Experience in hardware/software integration and system-level troubleshooting.
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.
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Industry
Software Development
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1984
Headquarters
San Jose, CA
LinkedIn followers
7,729,770
Total funding
$3M
Cisco is the worldwide technology leader that is revolutionizing the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era. For more than 40 years, Cisco has securely connected the world. With its industry leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables its customers, partners and communities to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With purpose at its core, Cisco remains committed to creating a more connected and inclusive future for all.
Offices: Tasman Way, San Jose, CA 95134, US · Richardson, Richardson, TX 75082, US · RTP, Morrisville, North Carolina 27560, US · Csorsz utca, Budapest, Budapest 1124, HU · 13600 Dulles Technology Dr, Herndon, VA 20171, US
We securely connect everything to make anything possible.
Industry
Software Development
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1984
Headquarters
San Jose, CA
LinkedIn followers
7,729,770
Total funding
$3M
Cisco is the worldwide technology leader that is revolutionizing the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era. For more than 40 years, Cisco has securely connected the world. With its industry leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables its customers, partners and communities to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With purpose at its core, Cisco remains committed to creating a more connected and inclusive future for all.
Offices: Tasman Way, San Jose, CA 95134, US · Richardson, Richardson, TX 75082, US · RTP, Morrisville, North Carolina 27560, US · Csorsz utca, Budapest, Budapest 1124, HU · 13600 Dulles Technology Dr, Herndon, VA 20171, US