Software Engineer Backend/Platform Systems II (Full Time) – United States

Cisco•San Jose, CA

About The Position

Our dedicated team is building the future of Cisco’s AI-driven platforms and data infrastructure, driving innovation across the globe. You will join teams focused on developing advanced data pipelines, machine learning infrastructure, and analytics platforms for business-critical initiatives. As part of this collaborative environment, you will contribute to the advancement of emerging technologies in data and intelligent systems. Explore the opportunities at the intersection of backend engineering and AI, helping to transform how Cisco and its customers harness information and intelligent automation. As a passionate software engineer, you bring expertise in developing scalable backend systems, designing robust analytics platforms, and building infrastructure to support modern cloud and distributed computing initiatives. Your strong background in programming, distributed systems, and cloud platforms enables you to solve complex challenges with innovation and precision. By building and maintaining key software tools and backend infrastructure, you empower Cisco’s business groups to leverage AI and data-driven insights for operational excellence and strategic growth. Your contributions ensure high-quality, reliable platforms that support Cisco’s leadership in intelligent, scalable technology solutions.

Requirements

Completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within 12 months, of a certification or degree program (e.g., Associates, Apprenticeship, Boot Camp, or Certification in a specialized program + 3 years of relevant experience, High School Diploma + 4 years of relevant experience, Bachelors + 2 years of relevant experience) or Masters + 0 years of relevant experience
Proficiency in at least one backend programming language: C/C++, Java, or Go
Experience designing and developing microservices and APIs
Strong understanding of Linux and fundamental networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP

Nice To Haves

Conceptual understanding of AI/ML
Experience with automation and software testing (e.g., pyTest)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
Knowledge of networking protocols such as BGP and VLANs

Responsibilities

Developing scalable backend systems
Designing robust analytics platforms
Building infrastructure to support modern cloud and distributed computing initiatives
Solving complex challenges with innovation and precision
Building and maintaining key software tools and backend infrastructure
Empowering Cisco’s business groups to leverage AI and data-driven insights for operational excellence and strategic growth
Ensuring high-quality, reliable platforms that support Cisco’s leadership in intelligent, scalable technology solutions

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Grants of Cisco restricted stock units
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year for non-exempt employees, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
Flexible vacation time off program for exempt employees, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
Performance-based incentive pay (for sales plans)