What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Lead, Software Engineering position at Cisco?
The application window is expected to close on : 3 / 21 / 2025. Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.
- This is a hybrid role where candidates must be willing to work onsite in either Milpitas, CA or Raleigh, NC area.
Meet the Team
Join the Cisco Distributed System Engineering (DSE) group! We're thrilled to be at the forefront of innovation, developing products that power the largest networks worldwide. As the networking industry undergoes a massive transformation, we're gearing up to build the next-generation infrastructure to meet the demands of AI / ML workloads, a continuously growing number of internet users, and new applications. We're uniquely positioned to capture this exciting market transition!
Join us and become part of a team that harnesses the potential of open-source technologies while pushing the boundaries of Systems and Silicon Architecture. You'll work alongside engineers who are passionate about tackling complex technology challenges and building large-scale distributed systems. Embrace the opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment where you'll be responsible for end-to-end product development and production support. Let's shape the future of networking together.
Your Impact
As a Technical Leader, Software Engineer, you'll join an agile team engaged in the design, development and testing data-center features set in Cisco 8000 Platform using SONiC network operating system. In this role you’ll :
Mentor and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the broader SONiC Group
Give technical inputs to the team on Infrastructure, Manageability and distributed systems design and implementation
Guide team members technically, participate in the architecture discussions and code reviews
Own deliverables schedule and track progress of the projects
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including development, product management and security
Be a role model of company culture and values
Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field of study with 12 years of relevant work experience or a master’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience.
Experience with distributed systems, control plane software, QoS or device management software.
Experience with software development languages such as C / C , or Python.
Working experience with networking protocols such as, TCP / IPv4 / IPv6, L2 / L3 routing and switching, ARP, BFD, LACP, BGP.
Preferred Qualifications :
Comfortable with networking technologies such as L2, L3, VLAN, Port Channel, LAG, VXLAN.
Experience with Quality of Service features (QoS).
Fair understanding of Docker, Containerized environment, Open-source tools, Security vulnerabilities.
Enjoy working within fast paced, high performance agile development teams.
Ability to work solo, in small team setting or in geographically diverse cross-functional teams
If you have a background on SONiC or any Network Operating system, it's a huge plus.
WeAreCisco
WeAreCisco where every individual brings their unique skills and perspectives together to pursue our purpose of powering an inclusive future for all.
Our passion is connection—we celebrate our employees’ diverse set of backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company, many careers where learning and development are encouraged and supported at every stage. Our technology, tools, and culture pioneered hybrid work trends, allowing all to not only give their best, but be their best.
We understand our outstanding opportunity to bring communities together and at the heart of that is our people. One-third of Cisconians collaborate in our 30 employee resource organizations, called Inclusive Communities, to connect, foster belonging, learn to be informed allies, and make a difference. Dedicated paid time off to volunteer—80 hours each year—allows us to give back to causes we are passionate about, and nearly 86% do!
Our purpose, driven by our people, is what makes us the worldwide leader in technology that powers the internet. Helping our customers reimagine their applications, secure their enterprise, transform their infrastructure, and meet their sustainability goals is what we do best. We ensure that every step we take is a step towards a more inclusive future for all. Take your next step and be you, with us!
Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
