New York City, United States of America Hybrid USD 126,500 - 182,000 Yearly

Cisco Systems, Inc. is hiring a Software Engineer

About the Role

This role focuses on designing and implementing software features for collaboration devices that support modern digital workplaces. The engineer will work within a technical team to develop secure, high-performance solutions used in real-time communication tools, ensuring reliability across diverse environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement software components for collaboration hardware platforms, aligning with system architecture and user needs.
  • Partner with technical leads and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and maintainable solutions.
  • Diagnose and resolve defects and performance bottlenecks in existing software systems.
  • Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to uphold quality standards.
  • Support automation efforts and contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes and assist team members through mentorship and collaboration.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies relevant to embedded and networked device software.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with five or more years of software development experience, or Master’s degree with three or more years in a related field.
  • Background in developing software for embedded systems or network devices.
  • Proven ability to solve complex technical challenges in a collaborative setting.
  • Strong communication skills for engaging with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Experience with automation testing and CI/CD workflows.

Work Environment

This position operates under a hybrid model, allowing flexibility between office and remote work across supported regions. Exempt employees benefit from flexible time-off policies, and all staff receive dedicated wellness days, volunteer opportunities, and personal time off.

Compensation and Benefits

The starting salary range is $126,500 to $182,000, with higher ranges in certain locations such as the NYC Metro and non-metro areas of New York and Washington. The position is eligible for restricted stock unit grants, annual bonuses for non-sales roles, and performance-based incentives. Additional benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and generous paid time off. Employees also receive training and development support, fostering long-term growth within a culture focused on innovation, inclusion, and digital experience leadership.

Required Skills
software developmentnetwork devicesembedded systemsproblem-solvingcollaborationcommunicationCI/CDautomation testing CI/CD pipelinesautomation testingembedded systemsnetwork devicessoftware developmentproblem-solvingcollaborative teamworkcommunication skillstest automationsystem integration
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Cisco Systems, Inc.
Cisco ThousandEyes is a Digital Experience Assurance platform that empowers organizations to deliver flawless digital experiences across every network, even those they don’t own. Powered by AI and an unmatched set of cloud, internet, and enterprise network telemetry data, ThousandEyes enables IT teams to proactively detect, diagnose, and remediate issues before they impact end-user experiences. It is deeply integrated across the entire Cisco technology portfolio and delivers AI-powered assurance insights within Cisco’s Networking, Security, Collaboration, and Observability portfolios.
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Job Details
Department Software Development
Category embedded
Posted 2 months ago