Job Description
Qualifications
You bring over 8 years of strong industry experience, showcasing your extensive background in algorithms and outstanding software architecture skills
Your proficiency in C/C++ programming is complemented by your hands-on experience with designs and implementations in a robust product-engineering environment
We are looking for someone who is passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact
Bachelor’s Degree in CS or related field; or equivalent experience
Benefits
#WeAreCisco
Responsibilities
As a Software Engineering Technical Leader your core responsibility is to deliver new innovative product features to accelerate feature adoption for our major web customers
A major part of this is writing and owning design/implementation of the code that drives our products
Suggesting and deciding what features to build
Driving the design and architecture
Pushing, testing, documenting the feature
Conducting code reviews, ensuring quality delivery
Working alongside customers in the field if needed
Leading junior engineers to deliver the feature
Job description
Application Window is expected to close on 11/25/2026
What You’ll Do
As a Software Engineering Technical Leader your core responsibility is to deliver new innovative product features to accelerate feature adoption for our major web customers. A major part of this is writing and owning design/implementation of the code that drives our products.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
• Suggesting and deciding what features to build.
• Driving the design and architecture.
• Pushing, testing, documenting the feature.
• Conducting code reviews, ensuring quality delivery.
• Working alongside customers in the field if needed.
• Leading junior engineers to deliver the feature.
Who You Are
You bring over 8 years of strong industry experience, showcasing your extensive background in algorithms and outstanding software architecture skills. Your proficiency in C/C++ programming is complemented by your hands-on experience with designs and implementations in a robust product-engineering environment.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact. If you thrive in a dynamic and innovative setting and are passionate about the opportunity to work on ground breaking projects, we encourage you to apply. Join us and be a part of a team where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will craft the future of our products.
Our Minimum Qualifications For The Role
• Bachelor’s Degree in CS or related field; or equivalent experience. 8+ years industry experience desired.
• Prior debugging experience, especially in embedded systems.
• Experience with software development for the forwarding ASICs and/or, FPGAs, Network Processors, etc.
• 5+ years working knowledge of Linux Operating systems and device drivers.
• Experience with hardware abstraction layers.
• Experience working through the complete software development life cycle, from gathering requirements to delivering the fully developed feature.
Our Preferred Qualifications For The Role
• Master’s or advanced degree in CS or related field.
• 10 – 12+ years of industry experience.
• Datapath forwarding or fabric switching experience for QoS, Unicast, Multicast, MPLS.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience in Network Systems Software development is a plus.
• L1 layer technologies experience, optics and serdes and MAC protocol knowledge would be a plus.
Why Cisco
• #WeAreCisco. We are all unique, but collectively we bring our talents to work as a team, to develop innovative technology and power a more inclusive, digital future for everyone. How do we do it? Well, for starters - with people like you!
Nearly every internet connection around the world touches Cisco. We're the Internet's optimists. Our technology makes sure the data traveling at light speed across connections does so securely, yet it's not what we make but what we make happen which marks us out. We're helping those who work in the health service to connect with patients and each other; schools, colleges, and universities to teach in even the most difficult of times. We're helping businesses of all shapes and sizes to connect with their employees and customers in new ways, providing people with access to the digital skills they need and connecting the most remote parts of the world - whether through 5G, or otherwise.
We tackle whatever challenges come our way. We have each other's backs, we recognize our accomplishments, and we grow together. We celebrate and support one another - from big and small things in life to big career moments. And giving back is in our DNA (we get 10 days off each year to do just that).
We know that powering an inclusive future starts with us. Because without diversity and a dedication to equality, there is no moving forward. Our 30 Inclusive Communities, that bring people together around commonalities or passions, are leading the way. Together we're committed to learning, listening, caring for our communities, whilst supporting the most vulnerable with a collective effort to make this world a better place either with technology, or through our actions.
So, you have colorful hair? Don't care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That's cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us!
#WeAreCisco
You bring over 8 years of strong industry experience, showcasing your extensive background in algorithms and outstanding software architecture skills
Your proficiency in C/C++ programming is complemented by your hands-on experience with designs and implementations in a robust product-engineering environment
We are looking for someone who is passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact
Bachelor’s Degree in CS or related field; or equivalent experience
Benefits
#WeAreCisco
Responsibilities
As a Software Engineering Technical Leader your core responsibility is to deliver new innovative product features to accelerate feature adoption for our major web customers
A major part of this is writing and owning design/implementation of the code that drives our products
Suggesting and deciding what features to build
Driving the design and architecture
Pushing, testing, documenting the feature
Conducting code reviews, ensuring quality delivery
Working alongside customers in the field if needed
Leading junior engineers to deliver the feature
Job description
Application Window is expected to close on 11/25/2026
What You’ll Do
As a Software Engineering Technical Leader your core responsibility is to deliver new innovative product features to accelerate feature adoption for our major web customers. A major part of this is writing and owning design/implementation of the code that drives our products.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
• Suggesting and deciding what features to build.
• Driving the design and architecture.
• Pushing, testing, documenting the feature.
• Conducting code reviews, ensuring quality delivery.
• Working alongside customers in the field if needed.
• Leading junior engineers to deliver the feature.
Who You Are
You bring over 8 years of strong industry experience, showcasing your extensive background in algorithms and outstanding software architecture skills. Your proficiency in C/C++ programming is complemented by your hands-on experience with designs and implementations in a robust product-engineering environment.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact. If you thrive in a dynamic and innovative setting and are passionate about the opportunity to work on ground breaking projects, we encourage you to apply. Join us and be a part of a team where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will craft the future of our products.
Our Minimum Qualifications For The Role
• Bachelor’s Degree in CS or related field; or equivalent experience. 8+ years industry experience desired.
• Prior debugging experience, especially in embedded systems.
• Experience with software development for the forwarding ASICs and/or, FPGAs, Network Processors, etc.
• 5+ years working knowledge of Linux Operating systems and device drivers.
• Experience with hardware abstraction layers.
• Experience working through the complete software development life cycle, from gathering requirements to delivering the fully developed feature.
Our Preferred Qualifications For The Role
• Master’s or advanced degree in CS or related field.
• 10 – 12+ years of industry experience.
• Datapath forwarding or fabric switching experience for QoS, Unicast, Multicast, MPLS.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience in Network Systems Software development is a plus.
• L1 layer technologies experience, optics and serdes and MAC protocol knowledge would be a plus.
Why Cisco
• #WeAreCisco. We are all unique, but collectively we bring our talents to work as a team, to develop innovative technology and power a more inclusive, digital future for everyone. How do we do it? Well, for starters - with people like you!
Nearly every internet connection around the world touches Cisco. We're the Internet's optimists. Our technology makes sure the data traveling at light speed across connections does so securely, yet it's not what we make but what we make happen which marks us out. We're helping those who work in the health service to connect with patients and each other; schools, colleges, and universities to teach in even the most difficult of times. We're helping businesses of all shapes and sizes to connect with their employees and customers in new ways, providing people with access to the digital skills they need and connecting the most remote parts of the world - whether through 5G, or otherwise.
We tackle whatever challenges come our way. We have each other's backs, we recognize our accomplishments, and we grow together. We celebrate and support one another - from big and small things in life to big career moments. And giving back is in our DNA (we get 10 days off each year to do just that).
We know that powering an inclusive future starts with us. Because without diversity and a dedication to equality, there is no moving forward. Our 30 Inclusive Communities, that bring people together around commonalities or passions, are leading the way. Together we're committed to learning, listening, caring for our communities, whilst supporting the most vulnerable with a collective effort to make this world a better place either with technology, or through our actions.
So, you have colorful hair? Don't care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That's cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us!
#WeAreCisco
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Software Engineering Technical Leader position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Milpitas offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
