Software Engineer Full Stack / Backend I (Full Time) - United States

Cisco•San Jose, CA

5d•Remote

About The Position

This posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens. Applications are accepted until further notice. Join a vibrant community of passionate professionals from around the world, working together in Engineering, IT, Supply Chain, Customer Experience, Security & Trust, and more. We are united by a shared mission to make technology accessible and impactful for everyone. In our collaborative environment, you will work with passionate peers on cutting-edge projects where your unique voice and professional growth are top priorities. Join us to learn, innovate, and help shape the future of connection—one idea at a time. As a Full Stack or Backend Software Engineer at Cisco, you will build the technology that powers global connectivity. Working within inclusive, agile teams, you will design and deliver high-quality features across our cloud-native platforms and microservices. By solving complex challenges and enhancing system scalability, your work will directly impact the reliability of mission-critical systems for our customers. Join us to grow your technical expertise, contribute to real-world innovation, and help build a more connected future.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree with 0 years of work experience; or
An educational or workforce development program (e.g., Associate’s, Apprenticeship, Boot camp, or Certification) with 1 year of work experience; or
High school diploma (or equivalent) with 2 years of work experience.
Qualifying education and work experience should be in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology or a related field.
Foundational understanding and practical coding proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, Go, C/C++, or JavaScript / TypeScript, with solid knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles.
Understanding of full stack software engineering fundamentals, including RESTful APIs, web development principles (HTML, CSS, JavaScript/React), and relational or NoSQL databases.
Familiarity with standard software development workflows in Linux environments and Git version control.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience or coursework in building modern, responsive user interfaces and single-page applications using React, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, with a solid grasp of core UI/UX principles.
Practical experience in designing and developing scalable distributed backend services, RESTful APIs, or microservices architectures using languages such as Go, Python, Java, or C/C++.
Hands-on exposure to containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes), public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation).
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, test automation, cloud security, and networking fundamentals (L2/L3, TCP/IP), combined with a proactive approach to using AI developer tools to enhance productivity and solve complex problems in Agile environments.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver high-quality features across cloud-native platforms and microservices.
Solve complex challenges and enhance system scalability.
Contribute to the reliability of mission-critical systems for customers.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short-term disability coverage
Long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock units
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
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
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (non-exempt employees)
Flexible vacation time off program (exempt employees)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
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
10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
Performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles)