ASIC Engineer

The TSMC Technology Applications Engineer at Cisco will serve as the primary technical contact working with TSMC to support semiconductor technology tapeout and manufacturing processes. This role ensures smooth technology transfer, enhances processes, and supports product ramp-up to meet Cisco’s semiconductor requirements.

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as the primary technical contact between Cisco and TSMC for manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with TSMC counterparts and Cisco design teams to support volume production.
• Analyze and resolve manufacturing and process issues to improve yield, quality, and reliability.
• Facilitate technology-related knowledge transfer from TSMC to Cisco.
• Share technical knowledge with Cisco teams about TSMC technologies and processes.
• Coordinate projects involving TSMC and Cisco teams to drive continuous improvements.
• Manage shipments and logistics coordination with TSMC as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, technology applications, or supply chain coordination preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of semiconductor process technologies such as lithography, etching, deposition, and CMP.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with external partners.
• Skilled in data analysis, technical documentation, and project coordination.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with advanced semiconductor and advanced packaging nodes.
• Experience with process control, statistical analysis tools, and device physics.
• Understanding of supply chain logistics and inter-company transfer processes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and collaborate with global teams.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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.

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