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Cisco UK is seeking a Leader for Software Engineering within its Cygnus Platforms team, focusing on the development of high-performance routing products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software engineering management, particularly with programming in C and Python, and will play a key role in driving innovation through AI-powered automation.
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Job Summary
The role involves leading three critical functions including Spitfire NPI, Common BIOS, and Cygnus Applications to deliver Silicon One-based routing platforms.
Candidates will drive the adoption of AI-powered workflows to transform manual tasks into intelligent, self-healing pipelines that improve quality and time-to-market.
The position offers a competitive salary range of $210,600.00 to $305,100.00 with benefits including equity grants, flexible vacation, and annual bonuses.
Matching Summary
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Cisco UK is seeking a Leader for Software Engineering within its Cygnus Platforms team, focusing on the development of high-performance routing products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software engineering management, particularly with programming in C and Python, and will play a key role in driving innovation through AI-powered automation.
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Salary
Base: $210,600.00 - $305,100.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for restricted stock units and annual performance bonuses; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid parental leave, and flexible vacation
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
15+ years related experience
4+ years supervisory management
C and Python programming
CI/CD and build systems
Multi-team project delivery
Nice-to-have
Network operating systems experience
BSP and hardware abstraction knowledge
AI-powered workflow adoption
Cross-team stakeholder management
High-performing culture mentorship
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree plus 15 years experience or equivalent
Master's degree plus 12 years experience or equivalent
PhD plus 8 years experience or equivalent
US work authorization required for listed salary ranges