Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Technical Leader, Software Engineer to join the Devices Technology Group. You will lead and develop software feature projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes while providing technical leadership and mentorship.
What You'll Do
- Lead and develop software feature projects within the Devices Technology Group, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
- Collaborate with product management, engineering, and other stakeholders to define technical requirements and translate them into scalable software solutions.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Drive architectural decisions and ensure alignment with Cisco’s overall technology strategy and product portfolio.
- Engage with customers and partners to understand their needs and incorporate feedback into the development process.
- Lead in troubleshooting and resolving software defects and performance issues.
- Utilize data-driven decision-making to prioritize features and optimize development efforts.
- Support cross-functional collaboration to integrate software features with hardware and other Cisco technologies.
- Maintain awareness of industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies to inform product development strategies.
- Follow Cisco’s leadership principles and rituals to inspire and empower teams, ensuring alignment with corporate values and culture.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Extensive experience in software development, particularly in device-related technologies and feature development.
- Proven leadership experience managing technical teams and delivering complex software projects.
- Strong expertise in software architecture, design patterns, and development methodologies.
- Proficient in programming languages including C, C++, Python, and Java, with hands-on experience in developing software features using these languages.
- Strong coding skills in C and C++ for performance-critical and embedded device software development.
- Experience with Python for scripting, automation, and rapid prototyping of software features.
- Familiarity with Java for scalable application development and integration within Cisco’s device software ecosystem.
- Ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding conventions.
- Comfortable working with version control systems such as Git and proficient in command-line tools to streamline development workflows.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Ability to influence and drive consensus across multiple teams and levels of the organization.
Nice to Have
- Advanced degrees in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Technical Stack
- C
- C++
- Python
- Java
- Git
Team & Environment
You will be part of Cisco's Devices Technology Group, collaborating with teams across the organization to build and integrate foundational technologies.
Benefits & Compensation
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
- Grants of Cisco restricted stock units
- 10 paid holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
- Paid year-end holiday shutdown
- 4 paid days off for personal wellness
- Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation per year
- Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program
- 80 hours of sick time provided on hire date and each January 1st
- Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
- Optional 10 paid volunteer days per year
- Annual bonuses for non-sales roles
- Base compensation range: $149,100.00 to $218,900.00 (U.S./Canada); New York City Metro Area: $183,800.00 - $303,100.00; Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $163,600.00 - $269,800.00
Work Mode
This is a local-country position open to candidates in the U.S. and Canada.
Cisco is an equal opportunity employer.
