Software Engineer

Meet the Team

At Data Center Business Unit at Cisco, we are dedicated to driving innovation in networking technologies. Our focus is on developing Ethernet Switching products that address the evolving needs of modern network infrastructures, including those in AI, cloud computing, and enterprise environments. In this role, you will have the opportunity to learn a wide range of core Ethernet Technologies with architectural exposure to craft and develop Ethernet Switching as applied to both Public and Private cloud infrastructure. You will work on the intricacies of the critically important infrastructure that enables the world-class, multi-layered Nexus switches. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in multi-functional collaboration and be exposed to all facets of the software development cycle from innovation, marketing requirement to product delivery.

Your Impact

This is a role within Cisco's groundbreaking Data Center Networking team. You will participate in projects involving development of platform independent software for our next generation network operating systems for Cisco’s industry leading Nexus family of switches. Design and Develop System Software for Ethernet Switch Products. Collaborate with cross functional teams which includes Hardware/Marketing/Testing groups to take developed products to market. Interact and Innovate with close collaboration with Distinguished and Principal engineers with focus on Scale, Performance and Reliability. You will work with a diverse group of some of the brightest problem solvers and thinkers in the Data Center Networking/Switching Team that work on next generation of Data Center & Cloud switches.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors/Master of Engineering in Computer Science/Electronics/Electrical Engineering
• Strong System programming skills in C
• Strong proficiency in Python & AI LLM Tool Usage
• Good Linux OS fundamentals
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Good understanding in System and Networking concepts
• Sound background in Data structures and Algorithms.
• Good debugging and trouble shooting skills
• 7+ years of related work experience
  
  

Why Cisco?

At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.

Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.

We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.