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At Cisco, we build the software that powers the global internet. Join our engineering team to develop the infrastructure that connects billions of people, businesses, and governments. You will work alongside industry experts to solve complex technical challenges in networking, cloud, and system engineering.
You will develop, test, and refine the software that forms the backbone of our platforms—from networking protocols and embedded systems to scalable cloud applications. Your work will directly influence the reliability and performance of our global solutions.
We value engineers who prioritize quality and continuous improvement. You will be expected to influence technical decisions, optimize system designs, and use AI-assisted workflows to streamline development. You will take ownership of your projects, adapt to evolving challenges, and deliver high-quality, secure, and privacy-focused code.
Join our team to develop next-generation networking protocols. If you enjoy solving complex technical puzzles and want to improve network performance and scalability, this is the right role for you.
Core CS: Strong grasp of Data Structures and Algorithms.
Networking: Academic foundation in TCP/IP, routing, and switching. Experience with network simulation tools (e.g., Cisco Packet Tracer, GNS3) or Wireshark is preferred.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in C or C++ with experience in multi-threading and socket programming.
Security: Understanding of modern security frameworks, including firewalls, Zero Trust architecture, and encryption protocols (e.g., TLS).
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At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. 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. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
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 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.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
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