Manager, Software Engineering -Next-Gen Enterprise Routers

Cisco

Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Usa-Research Triangle Park
Salary
$149,100–$218,900 / yr
Posted
46 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $212k
This role $184k
$137k most similar roles pay here $265k

This role pays less than 71% of similar roles. Most pay $177,462–$246,150 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $184k versus about $212k for comparable roles.

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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

Cisco currently has 167 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Manager, Software Engineering -Next-Gen Enterprise Routers

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As a Software Development Manager at Cisco’s Enterprise Routing team, you will lead a senior engineering team responsible for developing the next generation of secure routers, focusing on advanced networking protocols and high-performance packet forwarding. Your daily tasks include guiding technical execution, ensuring consistent development practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions across multiple sites. You must possess strong leadership skills, technical expertise in computer networking, and experience with Linux systems programming, embedded systems, and firmware. Additionally, familiarity with hardware-software integration and AI-driven features is desired. This role involves managing complex projects while maintaining high development quality and operational efficiency, contributing to Cisco’s dominant market position in enterprise routing solutions.

Skills

Linux C C++ Python Git Docker CI/CD ASICs SDKs Kubernetes AWS PostgreSQL MESOS gRPC REST JSON YANG Bash Perl

What you'll do

  • Lead a senior engineering team in developing Cisco’s new generation of Enterprise routers.
  • Design and validate products according to system/software functional specifications.
  • Optimize development workflows and champion an AI-centric approach to software delivery.
  • Manage engineering execution across multiple Cisco sites for smooth project delivery.
  • Oversee development quality, including unit testing strategy and defect triage.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of software development experience with a master's degree or 7+ years with a bachelor's degree in CS/EE
  • Proven track record of technical leadership and mentoring senior engineers
  • Strong understanding of computer networking concepts, data structures, and algorithms
  • Experience with Linux systems programming and embedded systems/firmware development
  • Knowledge of memory management, performance optimization, and AI-driven features
  • Proficiency in code version control, code reviews, and testing practices
  • Excellent communication skills for collaboration across engineering teams

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