Networking & Cellular Software Engineer – C/C++ (4G/5G) | 4-8 yrs
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Location:Bangalore, India
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Area of InterestEngineer - Software
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Job TypeProfessional
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Technology InterestService Provider
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Job Id1444567
Meet the Team
Internet became a reality because of Cisco and its intelligent innovations in WAN engineering over multiple decades. The Mobility software team is a group of dedicated individuals responsible for the architecture, design, implementation and support of Wireless WAN (Cellular 4G/5G) infrastructure on all Cisco next generation (Enterprise and IoT) Platforms. Innovation is in the team DNA who always do research in upcoming technologies and bring the ideas on to the table to productize
Your Impact
Work on latest cellular technologies in the areas of SDWAN and edge routing platforms, you will be part of a premier software engineering team that works on various ground-breaking technologies in Enterprise Routing Group. You will design and develop software for key mobility solutions that span across 4G, LTE, 5G NR and other wireless technologies. Serve as a critical issue point for features owned and dedicatedly participate in customer issues and calls. Innovate with the engineering team across products, on quality and process. Help to hire the best and improve team productivity. Participate in PRD reviews, write Functional Specifications, code reviews, unit tests, and automation.
The Enterprise Networking Business (ENB) is responsible for Routing, Switching, Wireless, Security, and Core Software at Cisco—we are the largest revenue contributor for the company. You will assist with delivering market-leading LTE/4G/5G and IoT solutions.
Minimum Qualifications and Requirement:
- 4 to 8 years proven experience in Cellular technologies, LTE, 4G and 5G. Hands on experience on End-to-End Software development in a networking company in areas of Platforms, Hardware, bring up, system software, drivers (kernel and user space), OS concepts, Inter process communication and performance engineering/tuning
- Strong C/C++/Python programming in Linux environment, familiarity with large software development projects, including experience with source code control systems, i.e. ability to search, navigate and handle very large code base.
- Strong Experience in Cellular (LTE, 4G/5G), Networking and IoT technologies
- Experience with LAN/WAN communication interfaces, Ethernet layer 2, layer 3 technologies. Experience with hardware and software debuggers, GDB.
- Experience with scripting and automation and to be able to design, create and run scripts for longevity tests for platform, e.g Shell, Python.
- Extremely strong system design and architecture of networking routing products
- Ability to ensure and commit to a higher standard of quality than usual in the face of time to market pressures.
- In-depth understanding of network management systems architecture
The successful candidate will participate on project teams defining and developing innovative new products based on Cisco technology.
Key functions are following:
- Develop, enhance, verify and sustain embedded system software for complex internetworking products as a key member of a multi-functional team.
- Perform design trade-off analysis, write software specifications, code, integrate and test new software and hardware, complete product release, and provide field support.
- Collaborate with Business Development, External Partners, Hardware Engineering, QA Test and Release Operations throughout the development cycle.
- Act as Key Decision maker on Technical and Engineering Design issues.
Desirable skills:
- Motivated self-starter with good communication and organizational skills, with proven track record to develop and deliver superior products.
- Strong OS fundamentals, networking concepts and protocols is required.
- Strong passion and experience in troubleshooting, debugging complex systems and possess excellent problem-solving techniques
- Review PRD, Write SFS, Test plans, and other documentations
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work multi-functionally
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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.
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