Cisco · 11 hours ago
Software Engineer, Data Center (switches/routers)
Milpitas, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$152K/yr - $219K/yr
4+ years expCisco is a leader in networking technologies, focusing on innovative Ethernet Switching products for modern infrastructures. The Software Engineer role in the Data Center Business Unit involves developing software for next-generation data center switches, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and architecting new features for the Nexus product family.
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Responsibilities
You will participate in a project team of engineers involved in the development of software for our next generation data center switch Nexus product family
Define, architect, design, and deliver new features and solutions on the Nexus family platform
Provide constant feedback to hardware and software teams for improvements. Write complete functional and design specs independently
Develop SDK for next generation feature rich network ASIC
Collaborate with cross functional teams which include Hardware/ASIC/Marketing/Testing groups to take developed products to market
Interact and Innovate with close collaboration with Distinguished and Principal engineers with focus on Scale, Performance and Reliability
Qualification
Required
Bachelors + 4 years of related experience, or Masters + 2 years of related experience, or PhD +0 years of related experience
3+ years of C and/or C++ and Python programming language with knowledge of the SDLC
Embedded and/or router/switch software development experience
Debugging experience with tools like GBD
Must have experience in at least one of the following: L2 or L3, Packet Forwarding and/or CPU packet path experience or Linux networking experience
Preferred
Traffic generator tools experience such as IXIA & Spirent is highly desirable
Proven experience in fostering collaboration across diverse teams to achieve goals, resolve challenges, and drive innovation in a cross-functional environment
Hands-on experience with SDKs to include integration, debugging and optimization of the SDKs in software projects
Practical experience and knowledge working with network processors and/or packet forwarding ASICs including development, deployment and troubleshooting in real-world applications
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
Flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
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