Component Engineer - Memory Specialist

Company: Arista Networks
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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 The Component Engineer - Memory Specialist ensures that all memory components (DRAM, SRAM, Flash, etc.) used in Arista products meet stringent quality, reliability, and supply assurance standards. This role involves close collaboration with Design Engineers, Supply Chain Management, and New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineers to successfully launch and sustain products throughout their lifecycle. What You’ll Do Technical and Sourcing Support (Memory) : Provide essential technical and sourcing guidance to design engineers specifically for memory components. Conduct comprehensive memory component research, working with designers, manufacturers, and the supply chain to identify components that fulfill performance, pricing, availability, and volume production requirements. Memory Lifecycle Management : Proactively monitor, identify, and resolve memory component lifecycle issues (e.g., obsolescence, EOL). Collaborate with manufacturers, the supply chain, and design engineers to identify suitable memory substitutes and provide recommendations for both NPI and sustaining products. Risk Assessment : Assign Agile risk ratings to Arista's memory components, considering factors such as single/multi-sourcing, lifecycle status, quality issues, and availability for volume production. Technical Analysis (Memory) : Proficiently review and compare memory component datasheets. Work collaboratively to assess the impact of voltage, timing, and interface specifications, software differences, and compatibility with leading-edge manufacturing processes. Compliance Expertise : Possess strong insight into international and domestic agency requirements, including RoHS, REACH, Conflict Minerals, Safety, and EMI/EMC, specifically as they relate to memory components. Engage with relevant Arista teams as needed to ensure compliance. Documentation Management : Administer Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Manufacturing Change Orders (MCOs), and Product Change Notices (PCNs) for memory components in Agile, monitoring their progress from initiation to release. Supplier Collaboration : Periodically engage with memory component suppliers to gain visibility into their technology roadmaps and upcoming memory solutions. Qualifications Education : Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or equivalent work experience in the military or network industry with a focus on electronic manufacturing. Technical Knowledge : Working or technical knowledge in at least four of the following areas: DRAM, SRAM, Flash Memory (NAND/NOR), Memory Controller Design, High-Speed Interconnects, Package Assembly, Component Failure Analysis, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and SMT Manufacturing. Work Ethic : Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Interpersonal Skills : Friendly and upbeat personality Compensation Information The new hire base pay for this role has a pay range of $122,000 to $170,000. 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. LI-SP1 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.

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