Embedded Software Engineering Technical Leader

Cisco

Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Milpitas, CA
Salary
$183,800–$263,600 / yr
Posted
9 days ago
Closes
Jul 15, 2026

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $224k
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Cisco Systems is the world''s leading networking technology company, designing and manufacturing networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and cybersecurity solutions for businesses and governments. Industry: Networking Technology & Cybersecurity

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TL;DR · Embedded Software Engineering Technical Leader

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Cisco's Common Hardware Group (CHG) Diagnostic/BSP team is hiring experienced Software Engineers to develop and maintain software for network switches and routers, focusing on reliability and performance in AI and ML workloads. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience with a bachelor’s degree or 8+ years with a master’s, specializing in C, C++, and Python programming. Key responsibilities include developing device drivers and embedded systems using Linux, Sonic, ONIE, BMC, IPMI, Redfish, and protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, and GPIO. The role requires strong troubleshooting skills and experience in collaborative system design, as well as knowledge of software quality processes. This position offers the opportunity to work on large-scale systems with high bandwidth demands, contributing to Cisco’s flexible network infrastructure solutions.

Skills

C C++ Python Linux Sonic ONIE BMC IPMI Redfish I2C SPI UART PCIe GPIO

What you'll do

  • Develop and debug device drivers for protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, and GPIO.
  • Write software for Linux hardware bring-up processes using C, C++, and Python.
  • Ensure reliability and performance of network switches and routers through diagnostic software development.
  • Troubleshoot software defects from kernel modules to applications in embedded systems.
  • Collaborate on system design and review requirements for AI/ML integration.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 10+ years experience.
  • Expertise in C, C++, and Python programming.
  • Experience in hardware and device driver development, including Linux bring-up.
  • Familiarity with Sonic, ONIE, BMC, IPMI, Redfish technologies.
  • Proficiency in developing, debugging, and validating embedded systems and device drivers for I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, GPIO protocols.

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