Principal Engineer

Cisco

Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
San Jose, CA
Salary
$225,000–$325,300 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
Jun 30, 2026

Market check

Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $196k
This role $275k
$121k most similar roles pay here $347k

This role pays more than 88% of similar roles. Most pay $161,500–$231,050 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $275k versus about $196k for comparable roles.

Based on 237 similar postings.

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About Cisco

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 179 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $165,000–$241,400 across 179 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Principal Engineer

As a Principal Engineer at Splunk, a Cisco company, you will join a high-performing team dedicated to developing and deploying cloud-native components for hybrid multi-cloud environments. Your role involves setting technical direction, establishing clear objectives, and driving the strategic vision of product roadmaps across Splunk’s Observability, Security, and Platform areas. You will lead multiple engineering teams, manage comprehensive development processes, and optimize operational efficiency through modern software practices like CI/CD and DevOps. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in supervising software engineering teams, developing long-range technical plans, and contributing to product strategy within a technology company. Proficiency in cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and AI-driven operations is preferred, as you will work on enterprise-scale initiatives that enhance security, reliability, and predictive insights for global enterprises.

What you'll do

  • Lead multiple software engineering teams in setting technical direction and objectives.
  • Develop annual organizational goals and priorities for a key software engineering area.
  • Collaborate with product leaders to significantly contribute to the product strategy.
  • Manage diverse team focal areas, fostering growth and development within teams.
  • Optimize processes within your team to enhance operational efficiency and delivery.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering with 15+ years of relevant experience.
  • At least 5 years of supervisory experience leading software engineering teams.
  • Experience developing and executing long-range technical plans for major software initiatives.
  • Proven ability to establish organizational objectives and achieve performance targets.
  • Strong background in modern software development practices (CI/CD, DevOps, Agile).
  • Contributed significantly to product or functional business strategy within a technology company.

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