Software Engineering Technical Leader

Cisco

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Milpitas, CA
Salary
$186,900–$267,700 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Oct 31, 2026

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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 267 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Software Engineering Technical Leader

The Software Engineering Technical Leader, Nexus Switches joins the Data Center Business Unit to develop groundbreaking Ethernet Switching products for AI, cloud computing, and enterprise environments. In this role, you will define, architect, and deliver new features for the Nexus family platform, managing projects from technical design through completion. You will write clean code, perform debugging and troubleshooting, and ensure secure coding principles are met. Key responsibilities include coordinating project timelines, tracking product adoption metrics, and mentoring less experienced colleagues. The position requires proficiency in C, C++, and Python, along with experience in embedded or router/switch software development. You will utilize tools like GBD and traffic generators such as IXIA and Spirent while working with L2/L3/ACL/QOS packet forwarding and SDK development on NPU/DPU or networking ASICs.

What you'll do

  • Define, architect, design, and deliver new features and solutions on the Nexus family platform.
  • Write functional clean code and unit tests with minimal guidance.
  • Perform coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting throughout the software development process.
  • Contribute as an expert in secure coding principles and feature threat models.
  • Troubleshoot complex production issues and lead postmortem root cause analysis.
  • Coordinate project timelines and communicate specifications to team members and stakeholders.
  • Lead small-to-medium features from technical design through completion.
  • Track metrics for product adoption and success.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree plus 10 years of related experience, Master's plus 8 years, or PhD plus 6 years of related experience.
  • Proficiency in C, C++, and Python programming languages.
  • Experience in embedded or router/switch software development.
  • Experience with debugging tools like GBD.
  • Experience with SDLC and L2/L3/ACL/QOS packet forwarding, CPU packet path, and SDK development on NPU/DPU or networking ASICs.
  • Experience with traffic generator tools such as IXIA and Spirent.
  • SDK development on NPU/DPU/Networking ASICs is highly desirable (preferred).
  • Practical experience with network processors and packet forwarding ASICs in real-world applications (preferred).

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