Cisco · 11 hours ago
Software Engineer- Python Automation
Milpitas, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$152K/yr - $219K/yr
5+ years expCisco Systems is a leader in data center networking, focusing on innovation and automation. The role involves leading automation and feature testing for routers and switches, designing test frameworks, and driving CI/CD practices to optimize network performance.
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Responsibilities
Lead automation and feature testing of industry-leading routers and switches to elevate Cisco’s data center solutions
Design and implement robust test frameworks to ensure product quality and rapid deployment
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues in both manual and automated test environments to optimize network performance
Drive the adoption of CI/CD practices to accelerate release cycles and ensure consistent delivery of new features
Deliver high-impact results that directly influence the future of data center networking and shape overall team success
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, with 5+ years of experience in software quality assurance for data center technologies
Experience with programming and scripting using C/C++, Python, and/or Java
Experience with Python automation in CI/CD environments, including exposure to Git
QA, testing, and debugging data center devices and troubleshooting network environments
Preferred
CCNA or CCIE certification (Data Center, Networking, or Switching focus)
Experience with Layer2/Layer3/Multicast networking technologies
Hands-on experience with data center technologies such as servers, virtualization, and networking
Knowledge of Linux, networking concepts, operating system fundamentals, embedded development, and/or machine learning
Experience setting up and configuring data center hardware, including Cisco Nexus switches and Selenium WebDriver
AI/ML Network Fabric Testing, congestion management and congestion avoidance using PFC/ECN
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 from one calendar year to the next
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
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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Chuck Robbins
Chair and CEO
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