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Senior Board Power Engineer

Arista Networks

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Base salary $139K  to $190K

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Santa Clara, CA

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  • LocationSanta Clara, CA
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
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About this job

Company Description

Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.

At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We  believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.

Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.

Job Description

Who You’ll Work With

Arista is seeking an outstanding Senior Board Power Engineer who is a team player, collaborating closely with our design teams across the globe. You will contribute to the development of our switch networking product line, from concept to bench validation. If you are hardworking and thrive on challenges, join us and make a significant impact!

What You’ll Do

  • Collaborate with hardware and design teams on power delivery strategies.
  • Apply tools and flow in advanced technology to achieve project development goals.
  • Design and optimize power delivery network.
  • Power validation & measurement in the lab
  • Perform power delivery analysis and mitigation.
  • Be part of a small team to serve as the focal point for power requirements & validation
  • Collaborate with hardware and design teams on power delivery strategies.
  • Creating power tree.

Qualifications

  • Experience: 5+ years of experience in power integrity engineering, with a focus on high-performance computing or networking hardware.
  • Education: BSEE, MSEE, or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Power Expertise: Proven experience in analyzing, mitigating, and optimizing power integrity, including detailed troubleshooting in the lab.
  • Lab Skills: Proficiency with lab equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, DC load, Bode plots) and experience with power measurement techniques.
  • Control Theory Knowledge: Solid understanding of control theory, including gain margin, phase margin, stability, and related metrics for power integrity analysis.
  • Power Technology Knowledge: In-depth understanding of DC-DC power converters, multiphase architectures, and various control modes (current mode, voltage mode, constant-on-time).
  • Design Tools: Experience reviewing schematics and layouts, specifically with Cadence tools.
  • Teamwork & Communication: Strong communication and teamwork skills, with experience working cross-functionally to implement power delivery strategies.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Document power integrity analyses, design decisions, test results, and present findings to cross-functional teams.
  • Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Bonus Skills: Knowledge of Python for automation and data analysis is a plus.

Compensation Information 

The new hire base pay for this role has a pay range of $139,000 to $190,000. 

Arista offers different pay ranges based on work location, so that we can offer consistent and competitive pay appropriate to the market. The actual base pay offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and work location. 

The pay range provided reflects base pay only and in addition certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity. Employees in Sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales. US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings and income protection. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location.  

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Additional Information

Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer.  Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law.  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Source: Arista Networks on SmartRecruiters · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($139,000) is above 39% of the 2,102 Engineering (non-software) roles in California listed on this site; 2 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $146,200; the middle half runs from $124,000 to $173,750.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Arista Networks roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Arista Networks roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Senior Board Power Engineer (this listing)$139K - $190K
Senior/Lead Software Engineer, Layer1$140K - $200K
Electrical Manufacturing NPI Engineer$140K - $175K
Senior/Lead Software Engineer - (Network Systems)$140K - $210K
BIOS Senior/Lead Software Engineer$140K - $210K
PCIe Senior/Lead Software Engineer$140K - $210K
Linux Kernel Senior/Lead Software Engineer$140K - $210K

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Arista Networks roles · How to read the bar

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2026-08-14
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Location as the employer wrote it: Santa Clara, CA, United States

The new hire base pay for this role has a pay range of $139,000 to $190,000.

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