Cisco

Test Development Engineer

Cisco$122K — $172K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years relevant industry experience with a B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in programming test solutions using NI LabView/TestStand.
  • Experience with Python, C#, or similar programming languages.
  • Familiarity with rack equipment for optical testing (e.g., optical switches, power meters).
  • Skilled in using statistical analysis tools like JMP or Power BI for Test Engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Integrate cross-functional inputs to develop test solutions for NPI and volume manufacturing.
  • Drive implementation of test processes under aggressive launch timelines.
  • Create software strategies to optimize test efficiencies and costs.
  • Support manufacturing test processes and drive continuous improvements.
  • Collaborate with Product Engineering to sustain production flow with contract manufacturers.
  • Provide debug and failure analysis support to improve test processes.

Benefits

  • Onsite work environment in Maynard, MA.
  • Engagement in innovative projects influencing the optical transceiver field.
  • Opportunity to work with cross-functional teams and contribute to product strategy.
Full Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 05/31/2026
Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

This role will be onsite in our Maynard, MA office

Your Impact

Drawing from your industry experience, you'll be an essential member of the Operations Test Engineering organization and a key contributor in the deployment of manufacturing test strategies for optical transceiver products.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Integrate cross-functional inputs to develop and deploy test solutions for both NPI runs and volume manufacturing at contract manufacturing sites.
  • Drive a robust test process implementation along very aggressive launch timelines.
  • Create innovative software strategies to optimize test densities and cost of test.
  • Support deployed manufacturing test processes and drive continuous improvement
  • Work with Product Engineering to monitor/sustain current product flow in production with offshore contract manufacturing ensuring that cost, delivery and yield goals are met.
  • Provide product debug and failure analysis support for RMA as needed and use results to drive continuous test improvement.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • 3-5 yrs relevant industry experience with a B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Systems, Electrical Engineering, or other relevant major.
  • Experience in programming test solutions using NI LabView/TestStand
  • Experience with Python, C#, or other text-based languages
  • Experience with rack equipment such as optical switches, DCA's, power meters, polarization scramblers, and optical spectrum analyzers including communication protocols for automated control.
  • Experience with statistical analysis tools such as JMP, Data Conductor, DataPower, or Power BI, proven use of such tools to tackle complex Test Engineering problems.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • MS Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems, or other relevant major.
  • Experience with high-volume client-side optical subassemblies and/or transceiver testing and manufacturing
  • Robotics and/or test fixture design experience.
  • Expert in programming test solutions using NI LabView/TestStand
  • Familiarity with revision control platforms and systems such as 'Agile' or 'Omnify'.
  • In-depth knowledge of manufacturing workflows, GR&R, SPC, and process control-related statistical analysis
  • Experience in supporting offshore manufacturing teams

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