Software Engineering Technical Leader

Cisco

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Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
San Jose, CA
Salary
$186,900–$267,700 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
82 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

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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

Cisco currently has 307 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Software Engineering Technical Leader

The Software Engineering Technical Leader joins the Silicon One Customer Engineering team to lead and mentor a local team in North America. This role involves developing, analyzing, and debugging next-generation Silicon One software while collaborating with customers, partners, and internal hardware and software teams. Key responsibilities include driving SW/HW system integration, managing product roadmaps, and supporting the integration of SAI and SDK functionalities. The candidate will work on networking protocols for switch and router infrastructure products, providing specialized knowledge of ASIC architecture to product development teams. Required skills include proficiency in C, C++, Python, or Java, along with experience in networking protocols like TCP/IP and Ethernet. The role utilizes agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA and Confluence to solve complex system integration and customization problems.

What you'll do

  • Develop, analyze, and debug next-generation Silicon One software.
  • Manage and mentor a local software engineering team in North America.
  • Work with external partners and customers to develop and support software solutions.
  • Drive software and hardware system integration and testing across multi-functional teams.
  • Implement networking protocols for switch, router, and infrastructure products.
  • Translate specialized ASIC architecture knowledge into actionable product development for internal teams.
  • Provide technical guidance and documentation to Silicon One customers.
  • Modify and add specific software enhancements to ensure system quality and performance.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE or related field with 12+ years of software development experience.
  • Master’s degree and 8+ years of related experience.
  • 5+ years of experience managing software engineering teams.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, or Java.
  • Experience with networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, Ethernet) and network architecture.
  • Experience with agile development methodologies and software project management tools like JIRA or Confluence.
  • Experience with SONiC, SAI, or another Network OS (preferred).
  • Experience with Software Development Kits (SDKs) and large-scale distributed computing (preferred).

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