Software Engineering Manager - ASIC Simulation - San Jose, CA

The application window is expected to close on: 08/31/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received .

Join the Cisco Silicon One team in developing a unified silicon architecture for web-scale, service provider, and enterprise networks. Cisco's silicon team provides an outstanding, unique experience for Software and ASIC engineers by combining the resources offered by a sizable multi-geography silicon organization and a large campus with the startup culture and breadth of growth opportunities that working in a smaller ASIC team can provide.

As the leader of the team, you will be responsible for del i vering a state-of-the-art functional simulator for the Cisco SiliconOne family of routing and switching devices. This simulator is a critical product that streamlines the development process and significantly reduces time-to-market.

- Lead and mentor and scale the team to 4 -10 engineers, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment

- Oversee the design and delivery of a high-performance, reliable, and user-friendly behavioral model for Cisco SiliconOne devices

- 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

- Bachelor ' s degree with 12 + years of related experience , or Master ' s degree with 8 + years of related experience or PhD with 5 + years of related experience

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

- Programming experience with C or C++, or System Verilog or Design Verification

- Prior experience designing and implementing ASIC functional simulators

- Experience across both Software development and ASIC development

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

The starting salary range posted for this position is $210,600.00 to $305,100.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.