Hardware Development
The Common Hardware Group (CHG) is Cisco’s expert Hardware Development team, designing, developing, and testing the hardware platforms that power the AI era.
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Build the critical infrastructure for the AI era—and beyond
Our Common Hardware Group creates the cutting-edge silicon, optics, and hardware platforms that power Cisco’s core Switching, Routing, and Wireless products for organizations globally. From design to qualification to production, help us shape the foundation for tomorrow's technology.
See how we’re building the hardware that powers enterprise AI
Meet the Silicon One Team: One Chip, Endless Innovation
To thrive in the AI era, networks need to process data quickly and effectively. Cisco Silicon One helps build faster, more flexible, and more energy-efficient networks to support ever-growing digital demands.
Cisco Silicon One G300: The Next Wave of AI Innovation
Our latest generation in high-performance switching optimized for AI cluster networks delivers 102.4 terabits per second of Ethernet switching capacity contained within a single device.
The third dimension of AI networking has arrived
AI workloads are growing faster than the data centers that host them. See how the Cisco Silicon One P200 and Cisco 8223 are meeting the demands of today’s AI.
Cisco’s 100Tbps AI Chip with Martin Lund
Dive into our latest innovations with Martin, EVP of the Common Hardware Group at Cisco, to hear how they’re solving packet loss problems and how Cisco is uniquely positioned to shape AI infrastructure.
"I've had a lot of instances where I've proposed ideas that would optimize our chips, and the amount of support and response I've gotten makes me feel limitless. If I’m able to do this much in 6 months, what are you going to be able to do in the next few years? It’s boundless."
Kedar M.,
Director, Hardware Engineering
Director, Hardware Engineering
"The most fulfilling aspect of my work is being at the forefront of technological innovation, engaging with the most advanced systems and concepts. This is enhanced by the collaboration with exceptionally talented, high-quality individuals whose expertise and passion drive our collective success and push boundaries."
Natan F.,
ASIC Engineer
ASIC Engineer
"Here at Cisco you can learn from the people around you, both experienced engineers and those who are just starting out. Be curious, ask questions, and don't be afraid to take initiative early on."
Zohar S.,
Physical Design CAD Engineer
Physical Design CAD Engineer
"Our devices are very complex and just reading the documentation is rarely enough, so we have to reach out to other engineers often. This means that there are always new people to meet and new skills and tricks to learn, and in my opinion, that's just the dynamic that drives the excellence!"
Srdjan B.,
Serbia Physical Design CAD Engineer
Serbia Physical Design CAD Engineer
"What I am doing today [at Cisco], I never imagined. It's been a very happy growth path as well as a very enriching experience for me overall, not just from my career, but from a life perspective as well."
Siva K. R.,
ASIC Engineer
ASIC Engineer
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