Software Engineer Embedded/Network Systems II (Full Time) - United States

Cisco

Closes tomorrow Remote

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Work type: Remote
Location: San Jose, CA
Salary: $123,600–$200,100 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 2 days ago
Closes: Jun 18, 2026 (soon)
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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

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TL;DR · Software Engineer Embedded/Network Systems II (Full Time) - United States

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Join Cisco's Common Hardware Group or Network Product Engineering team as a mid-level software engineer, contributing to the development of next-generation operating systems, firmware, and networking stacks. You will build resilient and efficient solutions by developing and maintaining critical software tools that ensure hardware compatibility and network performance. Day-to-day responsibilities include low-level programming, working with embedded Linux, and integrating hardware-software components. Proficiency in C programming is essential, along with experience in automation tools like Python or Bash and CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions. Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and networking protocols enhances your impact within this fast-paced environment focused on transforming global communications infrastructure.

Skills

C Python Bash Jenkins GitHub Actions DevSecOps Linux Networking Routing Protocols CI/CD FPGA ML Cybersecurity

What you'll do

Develop and maintain critical software and tools for hardware compatibility and network performance.
Implement low-level programming and networking protocols to ensure security in Cisco's core products.
Automate processes using scripting languages like Python or Bash and CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins.
Integrate hardware-software components to enhance resilience and efficiency in global communications infrastructure.
Apply DevSecOps practices throughout the software development lifecycle to improve security.

What we're looking for

Proficiency in C programming and embedded Linux with operating system fundamentals.
Experience with network principles, routing protocols, and general networking concepts.
Hands-on experience with automation tools, scripting languages (Python/Bash), and CI/CD pipelines.
Understanding of DevSecOps practices applied in software development workflows.
Completion of a relevant certification or degree program within the past 3 years.

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