Cisco · 1 day ago
Leader, Software Engineering
Durham, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$175K/yr - $253K/yr
8+ years expCisco is a leader in networking technology, and they are seeking a Leader for their Software Engineering team. In this role, you will lead a team in the design and development of software features for Cisco's Silicon One NPU, focusing on creating scalable and efficient systems for AI/ML workloads.
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Responsibilities
Lead a team of engineers and technical leaders in the design and development of software features for control plane and data plane on Cisco’s Silicon One NPU
Create software that will be used to build highly scalable, low power, low latency, dense systems for the ever-demanding AI/ML workloads, internet users and applications
Use modern C++, Network processing language of Silicon One and Python to develop software on the NPU
Participate in requirement discussions with the customer and work on scoping the feature post-closing the requirements
Take complete ownership of delivering the software in a timely manner and with outstanding quality
Guide/unblock the team with any design/implementation related issues
Be the gatekeeper of the code base in the domains you own
Gain intimate knowledge of the Silicon One hardware architecture, software programming models and work with the architecture and hardware teams to define the next generation of ASIC products being developed
Qualification
Required
Bachelors + 12 years of related experience, or Masters + 8 years of related experience, or PhD + 5 years of related experience in an Engineering role
Experience using C++ and Python for programming and design
Experience in algorithms and data structures
Experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking protocols and technologies, including but not limited to BGP, OSPF, ISIS, BFD, and CFM
Preferred
Microcode programming skills in P4 or other similar network programming languages
Experience with writing and testing software for high performing and scalable networking products
Experience in analytical reasoning and debugging, with practical experience in using tools such as GDB, PDB, etc
Experience with cloud, data center, or edge networking products
Experience in debugging customer related issues
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
A 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 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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