Senior Software Engineer, Alerts - Thousandeyes(hybrid)

Cisco UK

San Francisco, California, United States
Base: $165,000.00 to $241,400.00 (varies by locati...
Hybrid
5+ years professional software development experience
Object-oriented programming in java, kotlin, or scala
Designing large-scale distributed real-time data systems
The role involves owning the design and delivery of critical components within a real-time data platform that processes billions of events daily under strict SLAs

Job Summary

  • The role involves owning the design and delivery of critical components within a real-time data platform that processes billions of events daily under strict SLAs.
  • Engineers will enhance anomaly detection quality by refining logic and tuning thresholds to reduce noise and improve accuracy for mission-critical customers.
  • Cisco offers competitive compensation including base salary ranges up to $277,600 depending on location, along with equity, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

Matching Summary

The role involves owning the design and delivery of critical components within a real-time data platform that processes billions of events daily under strict SLAs.

Salary

Base: $165,000.00 to $241,400.00 (varies by location); Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonuses and Cisco restricted stock units; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, and wellness days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years professional software development experience
  • Object-oriented programming in Java, Kotlin, or Scala
  • Designing large-scale distributed real-time data systems
  • Computer science fundamentals in data structures and algorithms

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Kafka, Flink, or Spark streaming pipelines
  • Hands-on Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms AWS/GCP
  • Leading design reviews and cross-team technical initiatives
  • Mentorship and shaping technical direction

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of production system development at scale
  • Strong proficiency in Java, Kotlin, or Scala

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