Cisco
Software Engineer I (Full Time) – United States
San Jose, California, US · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$108k-$137kDetected 1 day ago
PythonJavaC++CBashDistributed SystemsCI/CDLinuxMachine LearningSystems EngineeringTCP/IPCiscoBGP/OSPFCommunication
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Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role100
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level III)83
Fits your clock70
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About the role
- The application window is expected to close on: 08/04/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.
- You will be working on hardware and software that will run the Internet for the foreseeable future.
- As a team member of this group, you would be responsible for being a core member of the test of automation development and execution of the next generation of routing & packet-optical products for the Service Provider.
Responsibilities
- Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions.
- Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless.
Requirements
- Our products lead the service provider industry with most of the world's largest deployments, and we promise you the real-world class experience with a world class team.
- Proficiency in at least one of the following programming or scripting languages:
Nice to have
- Knowledge of Network protocols (TCP/IP, ISIS, OSPF, BGP, MPLS) Exposure Traffic generator test tools such IXIA or Spirent including Virtual environments.
- Excellent multi-tasking, written, & verbal communication, and organizational skills.
- Must be a great teammate, results oriented, and have a high degree of accountability, dedication, and responsibility.
- We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale.
- Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
- 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
Compensation
- Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $107,800.00 to $136,800.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada
Benefits
- Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training.
Company info
- Be a part of the Cisco organization that is driving the evolution and expansion into new technology areas and market segments.
- At Cisco, there has never been a better time as we are in an exciting phase in the constantly evolving market.
- The opportunities here are boundless, and we are sure you will add a character to the dynamism of this team!
- You will be part of the Cisco's Distributed Systems Engineering group, and you will be responsible for testing network software and building scalable automation environment and continuous deployment framework using Python for qualifying Software targeted for deployment on WebScaler production environments.
- At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond.
- These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
- We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Experience in Automation testing, writing testcases, regression, CI/CD Pipeline Ability to legally reside and work in the country of application, without the need for visa support or employer sponsorship Preferred Qualifications Knowledge o
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