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This role pays more than
94%
of similar roles. Most pay
$169,550–$220,800
— the blue band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$307k
versus about
$195k
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
307 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$167,700–$245,000
across 224 roles with salary data.
As a Principal Software Engineer (Security & Policy Platform), you will join the Security and Policy Platform Group to transform security products into comprehensive outcomes. You will develop unique software solutions, provide technical mentorship, and act as a cross-domain integrator to ensure reliability and long-term scalability. Your daily responsibilities include guiding technical directions, setting standards, and translating strategic visions into high-impact solutions across cloud and client infrastructure. You will utilize deep expertise in security, privacy, and data protection principles to solve complex policy and platform challenges. The role requires proficiency in modern programming languages such as Go, Rust, or C++. You will work on building highly available, secure, and distributed systems, focusing on interoperability and integrating systems with observability, data platforms, or AI/ML-driven systems.
What does a Software Engineer earn in California?
Median $214500 from 1193 postings across 76 companies.
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