Software Engineer

Cisco

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Remote Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
San Jose, CA
Salary
$155,000–$222,600 / yr
Posted
11 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Sep 30, 2026

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $152k
This role $189k
$108k most similar roles pay here $235k

This role pays more than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $123,008–$181,747 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $189k versus about $152k for comparable roles.

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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 196 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $167,700–$245,200 across 196 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Software Engineer

Software Engineer - CHG joins the Secure Common Services Platform Engineering team to build foundational components for the Cisco Security Cloud. This role involves designing and building core components of the Common Services Platform to enable scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-native deployments. The engineer will develop prototypes, collaborate with product management on requirements, and mentor peers while solving complex distributed-systems challenges like multi-tenant isolation and high-throughput event distribution. The technical stack includes Golang microservices, Terraform, and serverless technologies such as AWS Lambda, AppSync, and ECS/EKS. Additionally, the role requires expertise in SQL (PostgreSQL), NoSQL (DynamoDB), and event-driven systems using Kafka, SQS, or SNS. Candidates should also possess experience with AI/ML tools for development workflows and knowledge of layered service architectures to support unified policy outcomes across the security portfolio.

What does a Software Engineer earn in California?

Median $214000 from 775 postings across 63 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Design and build core components of the Common Services Platform to enable scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-native deployments.
  • Develop Go microservices and manage infrastructure using Terraform and Kubernetes/EKS.
  • Build event-driven systems using message streaming platforms like Kafka for asynchronous communication.
  • Manage large-scale data storage using both SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB) systems.
  • Create prototypes and POCs to explore new ideas, validate technical approaches, and test performance.
  • Partner with Product Management to define requirements, estimate effort, and contribute to sprint planning.
  • Mentor peers and engineering interns while sharing best practices for professional growth.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree plus 5 years experience, Master's plus 3 years, or PhD with no additional experience in enterprise software development.
  • 3+ years of experience developing and managing cloud-native web applications and microservices using Golang, Terraform, and serverless technologies.
  • 3+ years of experience using SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB) storage systems.
  • 1+ year of experience building event-driven systems using Kafka, SQS, or SNS for asynchronous communication.
  • Experience using AI/ML tools or APIs to support software development workflows.
  • Proficiency in advanced data structures and algorithms such as graph traversal and hierarchical data modeling.
  • Experience with clean/layered service architectures and ORM frameworks like GORM.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and summarize information concisely across cross-functional and distributed teams.

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