This role pays more than
98%
of similar roles. Most pay
$161,500–$214,500
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$282k
versus about
$188k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 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
174 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$165,000–$241,400
across 174 roles with salary data.
Join Cisco's Core and Edge routing team as a senior software engineer where you will architect and develop BIOS, BSP, and diagnostics for critical networking products. You’ll design and test device drivers for FPGA and networking peripherals, driving unique technology solutions with global impact. Day-to-day responsibilities include deep technical consultations, shaping industry trends, and ensuring long-term business advantages through innovative software and hardware development. Proficiency in C, C++, and Python for embedded systems is essential, along with experience in Linux bring-up, multi-threading, event handling, and state machine implementation. You should also be familiar with Sonic, ONIE, BMC, IPMI, Redfish technologies, and protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, GPIO. Additionally, strong skills in collaborative system design, troubleshooting software defects across all layers, and knowledge of AI/ML, Layer 2/3 network protocols, secure-boot, open-source tools, CMIS, and SFF standards are required for this role.
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