Cisco · 8 hours ago
Software Engineer, Enterprise Switching
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$152K/yr - $219K/yr
6+ years expCisco is a leader in networking technology, and they are seeking a motivated Software Engineer to join their Enterprise Networking Business. The role involves developing software for next generation Network operating systems, creating new features, and collaborating with other engineers to enhance the platform.
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Responsibilities
Creating new features, understanding features in a driven product and proposing solutions that work for our platform
Writing functional and design specifications, programming, unit and integration testing your code
Helping review specifications and code for other software engineers in the team, helping documentation team with the configuration aspects of your feature
Qualification
Required
You have a strong background in software development including specification, implementation and testing
Experience in programming in C/C++ language
Knowledge of embedded systems, kernel, drivers and PHY related firmware development is very important
Strong OS fundamentals and networking concepts is necessary
Typically requires MSEE/CS combined with 6-8 years of related experience, or BSEE/CS combined with 8-10+ yrs related experience
Self-motivated, strong sense of ownership, good teammate
Preferred
Knowledge of L2, L3 and over-lay/virtualization/container technologies is a plus
Strong design/programming ethic. Knowledge of designing large-scale systems in Python/C/Java environments is preferred
Experience configuring and automating the deployment of MPLS based VPNs (MVPN, L3VPN, L2VPN) is a plus
From a technical point of view, you should have some familiarity with at least some of these areas: Linux platform development, Hardware bringup, Server platform development
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
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 determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
Flexible vacation time off program
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Chuck Robbins
Chair and CEO
Carl Solder
Chief Technology Officer - Cisco System Australia/New Zealand
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