Software Engineering Technical Leader

Cisco

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Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
San Jose, CA
Salary
$186,900–$267,700 / yr
Posted
36 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $227k
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This role pays more than 79% of similar roles. Most pay $177,700–$227,262 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $227k versus about $202k for comparable roles.

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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 196 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Software Engineering Technical Leader

As a Software Engineering Technical Leader for the Silicon One Customer Engineering team, you will lead and mentor a local North American team while collaborating with internal hardware and software groups to develop next-generation network devices. You will be responsible for developing, analyzing, and debugging Silicon One software, including datapath applications and networking protocols for switch and router infrastructure. Your daily work involves managing system integration, adding software enhancements, and providing technical guidance to customers regarding ASIC architecture. The role requires proficiency in C, C++, Python, or Java, along with experience in TCP/IP and Ethernet protocols. You will utilize agile methodologies and tools like JIRA and Confluence. Key domain expertise includes SONiC, SAI, and Software Development Kits (SDKs) to solve complex integration challenges within the high-performance networking and infrastructure product space.

What you'll do

  • Develop, analyze, and debug next-generation Silicon One software and datapath applications.
  • Manage and mentor a local team of software engineers in North America.
  • Coordinate with internal hardware, software, and systems teams to drive SW/HW system integration and testing.
  • Collaborate with external partners, vendors, and customers to provide technical support and develop software solutions.
  • Translate complex ASIC architecture knowledge into actionable information for Cisco product development teams.
  • Implement networking protocols for switch, router, and infrastructure products.
  • Create new software enhancements and add debugging capabilities to ensure overall system quality.
  • Provide technical guidance and documentation to Silicon One customers regarding product features and functionality.

What we're looking for

  • A Bachelor's degree in CS/EE or a related technical field is required with 12+ years of software development experience.
  • A Master's degree with 8+ years of related experience is an acceptable alternative to the bachelor's requirement.
  • Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience managing software engineering teams.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, or Java is required.
  • Experience with networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, Ethernet) and network architecture is required.
  • Experience with agile development methodologies and tools like JIRA or Confluence is required.
  • Preferred experience includes SONiC, SAI, other Network OSs, and Software Development Kits (SDKs).
  • Professional certifications such as PMP, CSM, or Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) are preferred.

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