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Arista Networks builds the networking infrastructure powering modern data centers and cloud environments, and its Engineering teams sit at the core of that work. The company has a consistent record of sponsoring international engineers across multiple visa categories, making it a realistic target for skilled candidates who need work authorization.
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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
In this leadership position, you will be the driving force behind a specialized team of 8-10 Electrical NPI Engineers. Your role is highly collaborative; you will serve as the technical bridge between our internal Hardware and Mechanical Engineering leaders and our external Contract Manufacturing (CM) partners. By working closely with Product Ops Managers and various cross-functional teams, you will ensure that our High Performance, High Layer Count PCA designs are successfully translated into high-volume production realities.
What You’ll Do
This is a highly technical, hands-on Engineering role focused on New Product Introduction (NPI) and advanced SMT/PCB manufacturing. As the Manager of Electrical NPI Engineering, you will lead a specialized team responsible for successfully introducing complex electrical designs from prototype to high-volume manufacturing. You are the primary technical bridge between design engineering and our manufacturing partners, ensuring manufacturability, reliability, and quality are integrated throughout the product lifecycle. You will oversee advanced manufacturing process development and optimization, heavily emphasizing SMT and complex high-layer-count PCB assembly, and leading continuous improvement to boost yields and scalability in the following areas:
- Drive SMT process development and implement DFM for SMT, PCB assembly, and system integration.
- Optimize complex, high-layer count PCB manufacturing, including advanced structures and large BGAs.
- Oversee process validation, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
- Support NPI from prototype to full production.
- Manage ECOs and version control using PLM systems (Agile/Propel).
- Lead continuous improvement in yield, cost, and quality.
- Develop best practices for SMT and PCB assembly, ensuring compliance with IPC/regulatory standards.
- Collaborate cross-functionally and with supply chain/procurement for efficiency and optimized inventory.
Qualifications
Required:
- BS/MS in Electrical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
- 10+ years of experience in NPI manufacturing engineering, specializing in Advanced SMT, High Layer Count PCB assembly (30+ layers), Prototype as well as Production level DFM.
- Working knowledge and experience with PLM systems (Agile, Propel preferred) and ECO/MCO/DEV/PCN processes a must.
- Strong background in debugging circuits, troubleshooting, failure / root cause analysis and 8D methodology.
- Excellent leadership, mentoring, problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and communication skills.
Highly Preferred:
- 5+ years of experience leading an electrical NPI manufacturing engineering team.
- Experience with large form-factor BGA components and high layer count advanced PCB structures.
- Knowledge of data center equipment lifecycle management, PCB and component level coordination, from new product introduction through Production, and end of life.
- Experience reviewing PCB layout files in Allegro, or other viewer.
Additional Information
The new hire base pay for this role has a salary range of $165,000 to $200,000. 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.
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.
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.
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
In this leadership position, you will be the driving force behind a specialized team of 8-10 Electrical NPI Engineers. Your role is highly collaborative; you will serve as the technical bridge between our internal Hardware and Mechanical Engineering leaders and our external Contract Manufacturing (CM) partners. By working closely with Product Ops Managers and various cross-functional teams, you will ensure that our High Performance, High Layer Count PCA designs are successfully translated into high-volume production realities.
What You’ll Do
This is a highly technical, hands-on Engineering role focused on New Product Introduction (NPI) and advanced SMT/PCB manufacturing. As the Manager of Electrical NPI Engineering, you will lead a specialized team responsible for successfully introducing complex electrical designs from prototype to high-volume manufacturing. You are the primary technical bridge between design engineering and our manufacturing partners, ensuring manufacturability, reliability, and quality are integrated throughout the product lifecycle. You will oversee advanced manufacturing process development and optimization, heavily emphasizing SMT and complex high-layer-count PCB assembly, and leading continuous improvement to boost yields and scalability in the following areas:
- Drive SMT process development and implement DFM for SMT, PCB assembly, and system integration.
- Optimize complex, high-layer count PCB manufacturing, including advanced structures and large BGAs.
- Oversee process validation, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
- Support NPI from prototype to full production.
- Manage ECOs and version control using PLM systems (Agile/Propel).
- Lead continuous improvement in yield, cost, and quality.
- Develop best practices for SMT and PCB assembly, ensuring compliance with IPC/regulatory standards.
- Collaborate cross-functionally and with supply chain/procurement for efficiency and optimized inventory.
Qualifications
Required:
- BS/MS in Electrical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
- 10+ years of experience in NPI manufacturing engineering, specializing in Advanced SMT, High Layer Count PCB assembly (30+ layers), Prototype as well as Production level DFM.
- Working knowledge and experience with PLM systems (Agile, Propel preferred) and ECO/MCO/DEV/PCN processes a must.
- Strong background in debugging circuits, troubleshooting, failure / root cause analysis and 8D methodology.
- Excellent leadership, mentoring, problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and communication skills.
Highly Preferred:
- 5+ years of experience leading an electrical NPI manufacturing engineering team.
- Experience with large form-factor BGA components and high layer count advanced PCB structures.
- Knowledge of data center equipment lifecycle management, PCB and component level coordination, from new product introduction through Production, and end of life.
- Experience reviewing PCB layout files in Allegro, or other viewer.
Additional Information
The new hire base pay for this role has a salary range of $165,000 to $200,000. 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.
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.
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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Tailor your resume to networking hardware roles
Arista hires heavily for roles involving EOS software, ASIC design, and high-performance networking systems. Align your resume to reflect experience with these domains specifically, not just general software engineering, to pass technical screens.
Clarify your visa status early in interviews
Arista's engineering hiring moves through multiple technical rounds. Raise your visa category and anticipated start date before the offer stage so the recruiting team can loop in immigration counsel without delaying your timeline.
Confirm your employer's LCA filing process
Before signing your offer, ask whether Arista's immigration team uses an outside counsel to file the Labor Condition Application with DOL. LCA certification is required before USCIS can process your H-1B petition, and delays here push back your start date.
Find open Engineering roles using Migrate Mate
Arista posts across multiple channels but not all listings flag sponsorship availability. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Engineering roles at Arista Networks that are open to visa sponsorship, so you're not guessing from a generic job board.
Understand the cap-exempt exception for TN applicants
If you're a Canadian or Mexican engineer, the TN visa doesn't require an H-1B lottery win and has no annual cap. Arista sponsors TN status for qualifying engineering roles, and you can apply at a port of entry without waiting for USCIS processing.
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Find Engineering at Arista Networks JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Arista Networks sponsor H-1B visas for Engineers?
Yes, Arista Networks sponsors H-1B visas for Engineering roles. The company works with immigration counsel to handle both initial H-1B petitions and extensions. If you're subject to the H-1B cap, timing matters since USCIS runs a lottery each April for the following October start date. Arista's engineering roles in software, hardware, and systems are well-suited to the specialty occupation standard H-1B requires.
How do I apply for Engineering jobs at Arista Networks?
Apply directly through Arista Networks' careers page or find visa-sponsorship-confirmed openings on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for roles open to international candidates. Arista's engineering hiring typically includes a recruiter screen, multiple technical rounds covering systems and networking concepts, and a hiring manager interview. Having your visa status and timeline clearly documented before you reach the offer stage avoids delays on both sides.
Which visa types does Arista Networks commonly use for Engineering roles?
Arista sponsors H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT, and F-1 CPT for Engineering roles, and supports Green Card sponsorship through the EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based preference categories for longer-tenured employees. H-1B is the most common path for full-time hires. TN is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering occupations. OPT and CPT are used for students and recent graduates entering through internships or early-career positions.
What qualifications does Arista Networks expect from Engineering candidates?
Arista's engineering roles typically require a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a closely related field. Hands-on experience with network operating systems, distributed systems, or ASIC design is valued depending on the team. For H-1B purposes, your degree must align directly with the role's specialty occupation classification, so a degree in a tangentially related field may require additional documentation to satisfy USCIS requirements.
How do I time my Engineering job search at Arista Networks around the H-1B cap?
USCIS opens H-1B registration in March for an October 1 start date. To hit that window, you need a signed offer and a filed petition well before the April lottery. If you're on OPT with a STEM extension, you have up to three years of work authorization to find a role and get selected. Starting your Arista application process in the fall before the target cap year gives you enough runway for interviews and offer negotiation.
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