Cisco · 11 hours ago
Software Engineering Technical Leader
Richardson, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$149K/yr - $219K/yr
8+ years expCisco is a global leader in networking and cybersecurity solutions. They are seeking a Software Engineering Technical Leader to develop innovative software solutions, enhance collaboration technologies, and improve user experience in hybrid work environments.
Communications InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareHardwareSoftware
Responsibilities
Develops software consistent with Cisco ‘Design Thinking Principles’ with a focus on simplification and User Experience at its core, using secure coding practices, ensuring user privacy, and following software development best practices
Collaborates with user experience design, product management, and cross-functional teams to deliver customer-focused solutions
Debugs and addresses software issues during development and in production systems to support customers. Brings new ideas for product innovation and helps improve software development processes
Leads design, development, and integration of WiFi and Bluetooth technologies in Cisco conference room devices
Drives innovation to improve wireless connectivity, device interoperability, and user experience in hybrid workspaces
Recommends improvements to software development lifecycle and agile engineering practices
Delivers high-quality feature designs and identify opportunities for product integration to add customer value
Writes clean, functional code and unit tests independently; maintain and enhance solutions by addressing complex issues
Conducts thorough code reviews, optimize code for scale and reliability, and contribute to threat modeling
Monitors production environments, serve as escalation point for on-call issues, and coordinate project timelines
Tracks progress, provide updates, mentor peers and junior engineers, and assist through code reviews and technical guidance
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in designing, developing, and testing enterprise-class video/audio device software and a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, or an equivalent field, or possess equivalent experience
Experience in C++, Python programming and embedded systems platforms (Linux OS)
Experience with product lifecycle management and agile development methodologies
Experience with wireless protocols, RF design, and embedded systems
Expertise in wireless protocol debugging, performance optimization, and troubleshooting in complex environments
Preferred
Experience in using AI tools such as Windsurf, Cursor and GitHub copilot
Experience with conference room or collaboration device technologies
Ability to work with chip vendors and third-party sensor ecosystems to integrate and validate wireless components
Experience with compliance testing processes and regulatory requirements for wireless devices
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 and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
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.
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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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