Sr Software Engineer

Cisco UK

Milpitas, CA, US
Base: $165,000.00 to $241,400.00 (u.s. + canada); ...
Hybrid (3 days onsite in milpitas, ca)
Routing and switching technologies
Python programming for automation
Operational telemetry and data analysis
Cisco UK is seeking a Sr Software Engineer for a hybrid role based in Milpitas, CA, focused on networking products and cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical skills in routing, switching, and Python programming, along with experience in large-scale operational environments

Job Summary

  • This team builds and supports networking products leveraging Cisco IOS-XR and open-source technologies, operating at the intersection of systems and silicon.
  • You will serve as a technical focal point for customer solutions, translating real-world constraints into scalable, supportable designs and operational models.
  • Cisco offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, paid parental leave, flexible vacation, and stock unit grants.

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Cisco UK is seeking a Sr Software Engineer for a hybrid role based in Milpitas, CA, focused on networking products and cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical skills in routing, switching, and Python programming, along with experience in large-scale operational environments.

Salary

Base: $165,000.00 to $241,400.00 (U.S. and Canada); Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonuses and stock units; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Routing and switching technologies
  • Python programming for automation
  • Operational telemetry and data analysis
  • AI-assisted engineering workflows
  • Hybrid onsite work in Milpitas
  • Large-scale datacenter networking

Nice-to-have

  • Strong Linux experience
  • System architecture and deployment
  • Scalable automation with CI/CD pipelines
  • Open-source network operating systems
  • Networking fundamentals including VXLAN and MACsec
  • Development and collaboration tools
  • Network testing and validation tools

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree plus 6 years related experience or higher
  • Hands-on experience in production routing and switching
  • Experience with Python beyond basic scripting
  • Experience with operational telemetry and anomaly detection
  • Experience with AI-assisted tools in engineering
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex multi-vendor environments
  • Experience supporting high-priority customer issues

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