Meet the Team

Join Cisco’s CHG Team in Armenia, a team at the forefront of physical design for the globally recognized Silicon One brand. We specialize in chip‑level implementation for innovative networking technology, tackling large‑scale design challenges with advanced methodologies and best‑in‑class tools. Our team is a collaborative group of experts dedicated to redefining the boundaries of what is possible in silicon. By driving the physical implementation of high‑complexity silicon, we ensure the performance and reliability of the technology that powers tomorrow’s connectivity. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting‑edge networking chips in a dynamic, integral environment.

Your Impact

Lead the end‑to‑end physical implementation of high‑complexity silicon blocks from RTL to tape‑out to ensure production‑ready design delivery. Apply deep expertise in synthesis, place‑and‑route, and timing closure to meet stringent performance, power, and area (PPA) goals. Collaborate with global frontend, IP,



and CAD teams to resolve complex implementation challenges and ensure seamless system‑level integration. Advance physical design methodologies by leading technical investigations and proposing improvements to streamline development flows. Provide technical direction to peers to foster an innovative engineering environment that delivers impactful networking solutions.

Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in ASIC design, physical implementation, and verification.
- Proven expertise in deep submicron CMOS technologies.
- Extensive knowledge of the full design cycle from RTL to GDSII.
- Demonstrated mastery in block‑level synthesis, place‑and‑route, and timing closure.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications
- Direct experience with EM/IR and ESD analysis, including debugging and solution developmen

📌 ASIC Engineering Lead (Armenia)
🏢 Cisco Systems
📍 Armenia