Splunk

Sr Software Engineer - Data Center

Milpitas, California, United States of America · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$165k-$241kDetected 75 days ago

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About the role

The application window is expected to close on: 05/11/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.
This is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days a week onsite at our office located in Milpitas, CA Meet the Team This is a role within Cisco's Cloud Networking Business Group (CNBG).

We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds.
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.
We make impact as a team, innovating fast and fearlessly to create meaningful solutions on a large scale.

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.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or
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.

Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $165,000.00 to $241,400.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
The full salary range for certain locations is listed below.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:

Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks.
Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
The depth and breadth of our technology doesn't just benefit our customers - it also means limitless opportunities for us to experiment and learn.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training.

$146,700.00 - $247,000.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
Cisconians power the future.
We understand the power each of our unique backgrounds bring when we work together.
Because of that, we have a global network of thinkers, doers, experts, and curious creators who help one another do their life's best work.
You will be part of a dedicated team that has epitomized open communications, empowerment, innovation, collaboration and customer success.
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.

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