Senior Software Engineer (C++, Python, Pytest, Linux), San Jose, CA

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  • Location:
    Milpitas, California, US
  • Area of Interest
    Engineer - Software
  • Compensation Range
    157400 USD - 222200 USD
  • Job Type
    Professional
  • Technology Interest
    Cloud and Data Center, Software Development
  • Job Id
    1439868

Meet the Team


At Cisco, we are a global leader in networking and IT, driving innovation and redefining how people connect, communicate, and collaborate. Our mission is to shape the future of the internet by creating unprecedented value and opportunity for our customers, employees, investors, and ecosystem partners. We are committed to encouraging a partnership environment where everyone can thrive and participate in our collective success.


Your Impact


You will be part of an energetic and dynamic development team working to transform the way we work, live, play, and learn. As a key contributor, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop next-generation software solutions, define strategies for future products, and deliver a high standard of quality to create a meaningful impact for our customers.


Responsibilities:


  • Develop networking software solutions and platform capabilities for modular and fully distributed next-generation Cisco Network Operation System that powers Cisco’s cutting-edge routing/switching systems.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to develop software from the conceptualization phase through to customer delivery.
  • Implement products and features for large-scale systems that run complex code in high-bandwidth environments, demonstrating strong communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to handle challenging high-priority tasks.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve software defects in components that range from kernel modules to applications.
  • Work closely with a cross-functional team, driving and collaborating with other technical leaders and software engineers on system and functional design and architecture of new features.
  • Write specification documents and review and sign off on requirements documents.
  • Commit to a higher standard of quality, even under time-to-market pressures.

Minimum Requirements:


  • Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience, OR Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience in software development.
  • Programming skills in C/C++, Python, and shell scripts.
  • Experience with embedded systems, Linux Kernel, and real-time OS fundamentals.
  • Experience with pytest for developing test cases.
  • Experience in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

Preferred Requirements


  • Experience with Cisco networking devices or similar hardware.
  • Expertise with pytest fixtures, hooks, and advanced pytest features.
  • Experience with tools like mypy and pylint.
  • Practical experience with SSH, Telnet, and gRPC for connectivity.
  • Familiarity with the Netmiko library for network automation.
  • Experience with SWIG for generating Python interfaces for C APIs.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI.
  • Proficiency in Git for version control.
  • Ability to debug network connections, API errors, and system-level issues.
  • AI/ML knowledge or experience is a plus.

#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.

Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:

.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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