Leader, Application Engineering

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  • Location:
    RTP, North Carolina, US
  • Area of Interest
    Engineer - Software
  • Compensation Range
    140400 USD - 200700 USD
  • Job Type
    Professional
  • Technology Interest
    Networking, Software Development
  • Job Id
    1429522
The application window is expected to close on 1/10/2025

This is an onsite role and will require working out of the RTP, NC office location.



MEET THE TEAM:
Cisco Silicon One is the center of Cisco’s ASIC design and is driving the development of next-generation network devices for the AI/ML era. 

Our outstanding team works in a startup atmosphere within a stable and leading corporate environment, and our design center hosts all silicon Hardware and Software development fields under one roof. 

Our devices are crafted for universal adaptability, delivering high speed without sacrificing programmability, buffering, power efficiency, scale, or feature flexibility. The Cisco Silicon One team develops breakthrough silicon products. 

We enable the use of these innovative products in the fast-paced world of Open Standards, Open Networking, and massively Scalable Cloud Data Centers. If you want to work with amazing people and groundbreaking customers developing the next generation of world-class products, join us.


YOUR IMPACT:
As a Senior Software Development Manager for the Silicon One SDK team, you will lead a dynamic group of software engineers in North America and partner closely with our SDK team based in Israel. You will be at the forefront of leading and delivering modern software development kits that are integral to Cisco's networking solutions. This role requires a strong technical foundation, leadership ability, and empathy to partner with cross-departmental teams.

  • Responsible for the day-to-day activities of the local SDK engineering team. Ensure that software development goals are met and align with the company’s strategic direction.
  • Responsible for grooming the feature backlog, ensuring timely execution of projects, as well as highlighting and bringing up roadblocks as needed.
  • Work closely with internal Cisco networking teams to understand their needs and deliver features and functionality that enhance their success.
  • Ensure all resources critical for your team’s success are available and effectively applied. This includes planning, staffing, budgeting, and managing job allocations.
  • Participate in long-term planning with senior management and other team leads to improve processes and address technical challenges.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 8 years of experience in software development and leading software teams.
  • Experience working with programming languages such as C, C++, Python, or Java, with a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC,) and agile development methodologies.
  • Networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, Ethernet) and network architecture experience.
  • The ability to lead and foster engineering teams, including task planning and performance evaluation.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of working with a variety of teams, and presenting to collaborators at all levels.
  • Demonstrated experience with software project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience with SONiC, SAI, or another Network OS
  • Practical experience with Software Development Kits (SDKs) and their application in networking.
  • Prior work with large-scale software systems and distributed computing.
  • Industry Certifications: Certifications like PMP (Project Management Professional,) CSM (Certified ScrumMaster,) or Cisco Certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE.)
  • Experience leading projects that involve advanced system integration and customization.
  • Track record of fostering innovation and leading the development of new technologies or enhancements.
  • Experience working collaboratively with hardware teams, quality assurance, and customer support to deliver end-to-end solutions.


#WEARECISCO
#WeAreCisco where every individual brings their unique skills and perspectives together to pursue our purpose of powering an inclusive future for all.

Our passion is connection—we celebrate our employees’ diverse set of backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company, many careers where learning and development are encouraged and supported at every stage. Our technology, tools, and culture pioneered hybrid work trends, allowing all to not only give their best, but be their best.

We understand our outstanding opportunity to bring communities together and at the heart of that is our people. One-third of Cisconians collaborate in our 30 employee resource organizations, called Inclusive Communities, to connect, foster belonging, learn to be informed allies, and make a difference. Dedicated paid time off to volunteer—80 hours each year—allows us to give back to causes we are passionate about, and nearly 86% do!

Our purpose, driven by our people, is what makes us the worldwide leader in technology that powers the internet. Helping our customers reimagine their applications, secure their enterprise, transform their infrastructure, and meet their sustainability goals is what we do best. We ensure that every step we take is a step towards a more inclusive future for all. Take your next step and be you, with us!

Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:

When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

U.S. employees have access to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings.

Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday (for non-exempt employees), plus a day off for their birthday. Non-Exempt new hires accrue up to 16 days of vacation time off each year, at a rate of 4.92 hours per pay period. Exempt new hires participate in Cisco’s flexible Vacation Time Off policy, which does not place a defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use, but is subject to availability and some business limitations. All new hires are eligible for Sick Time Off subject to Cisco’s Sick Time Off Policy and will have eighty (80) hours of sick time off provided on their hire date and on January 1st of each year thereafter.  Up to 80 hours of unused sick time will be carried forward from one calendar year to the next such that the maximum number of sick time hours an employee may have available is 160 hours. Employees in Illinois have a unique time off program designed specifically with local requirements in mind. All employees also have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community.

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.75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;

1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;

1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.

For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.

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