Cisco Systems
Software Engineer - Data Path Networking
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Job Description
- Req#: 1444398
- Develop and integrate products used by leading global enterprises.
- Architect, design, and develop evolving enterprise switches.
- Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to their growth.
- Work with cross-functional teams in an inclusive and agile environment.
- Engage with cutting-edge technologies and platforms.
- Bachelor’s degree+ 3 years of related experience, or Masters + 1 year, in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or technical equivalent.
- Experience in writing software in C/C++
- Experience with real-time OS (e.g., VxWorks, Cisco IOS, Linux).
- Knowledge of TCP/IP fundamentals, multicast protocols, and network synchronization.
- Knowledge of network security protocols (IEEE 802.1x, IPSec, etc.).
- Experience with QoS, Netflow, and Openflow, L3 protocols
- Understanding of bridging and routing fundamentals.
- Hands-on experience with ASIC data plane features.
- Familiarity with Unix/Linux development tools and Linux virtualization.
The application window is expected to close on: June 30, 2025
Meet the Team
Join Cisco's team of seasoned engineers working on Switching technology, the preferred choice for mission-critical networks in large enterprises. Collaborate with a vibrant technical community to develop some of the world’s most widely deployed Enterprise Switches.
Your Impact
As a Software Engineer, you will have the opportunity to:
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
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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.
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!
About the company
Cisco Systems, Inc. is an American multinational technology conglomerate headquartered in San Jose, California, in the center of Silicon Valley.
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