Who we are

At Cisco, Product Operations plays a pivotal role in our end-to-end supply chain—transforming engineering innovation into scalable, high-quality, cost-efficient products. We optimize cost, quality, and delivery to exceed customer expectations and deliver world-class experiences.

What you will do

As a Manufacturing Test Development Engineer, you will define and implement test strategies that ensure product quality, streamline manufacturing, and support rapid deployment.

Your key responsibilitiesDefine Test Strategy: Partner with hardware design teams on Design for Testability (DFT) assessments and coverage analysis. Build Automation: Develop and deploy test scripts and frameworks for automated manufacturing tests and regression. Support the Product Lifecycle: Lead prototype builds, perform failure analysis, and guide transition to mass production. Plan Capacity & Budget: Manage test infrastructure requirements, schedule deployments, and control costs. Deliver Functional Tests: Design and execute system- and board-level tests, including traffic solutions (Spirent/IXIA) for Ethernet interfaces (10G–800G). Guide Remote Teams: Mentor remote colleagues in debugging, problem-solving, and product validation using diagnostic tools and IOS software. What you bringBachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Communication Engineering 10+ years’ experience in product test and validation Strong grasp of the hardware development lifecycle (concept through end-of-life) Deep expertise in Ethernet technologies (10G–800G) and protocols (I2C, SPI, PCI, PCIe) Proficiency in test automation with Python Experience with structural and functional DFT, board/system-level testing, debug, and fault isolation Hands-on knowledge of manufacturing test solutions (fixture design, ICT, boundary scan) Prior exposure to networking hardware (routers/switches) is a plus Excellent verbal and written communication skills Flexibility to collaborate across global time zones Who you’ll work with

You’ll collaborate closely with Cisco’s hardware and software product design teams, supply chain, and manufacturing operations to build and maintain best-in-class test infrastructure.

Why Cisco

#WeAreCisco, where each person is unique, but we bring our talents to work as a team and make a difference powering an inclusive future for all.

We embrace digital, and help our customers implement change in their digital businesses. Some may think we’re “old” (36 years strong) and only about hardware, but we’re also a software company. And a security company. We even invented an intuitive network that adapts, predicts, learns and protects. No other company can do what we do – you can’t put us in a box!

But “Digital Transformation” is an empty buzz phrase without a culture that allows for innovation, creativity, and yes, even failure (if you learn from it.)

Day to day, we focus on the give and take. We give our best, give our egos a break, and give of ourselves (because giving back is built into our DNA.) We take accountability, bold steps, and take difference to heart. Because without diversity of thought and a dedication to equality for all, there is no moving forward.

So, you have colorful hair? Don’t care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That’s cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us!