Software Engineer I (Full Time) – United States

Cisco•San Jose, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be a part of the Distributed Systems Engineering group in Cisco Networking organization that champions new methodologies and builds and tests scalable software solutions that interact with widely deployed Internet products, thereby touching an endless number of users worldwide. Our products lead the service provider industry with most of the world’s largest deployments, and we promise you the real-world class experience with a world class team. Be a part of the Cisco organization that is driving the evolution and expansion into new technology areas and market segments. You will be working on hardware and software that will run the Internet for the foreseeable future. At Cisco, there has never been a better time as we are in an exciting phase in the constantly evolving market. The opportunities here are boundless, and we are sure you will add a character to the dynamism of this team! You will be part of the Cisco's Distributed Systems Engineering group, and you will be responsible for testing network software and building scalable automation environment and continuous deployment framework using Python for qualifying Software targeted for deployment on WebScaler production environments. As a team member of this group, you would be responsible for being a core member of the test of automation development and execution of the next generation of routing & packet-optical products for the Service Provider.

Requirements

Completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within 12 months, of a certification or relevant degree program (e.g., Associate’s, Apprenticeship, Boot Camp, or Certification in a specialized program + 1 year of relevant experience, High School Diploma + 2 years of relevant experience) or Bachelor’s + 0 years of relevant experience.
Proficiency in at least one of the following programming or scripting languages: Python, Java, C/C++, Bash
Experience in testing, quality assurance (QA), and/or debugging in an academic, project-based, or work-related setting.
Experience in Automation testing, writing testcases, regression, CI/CD Pipeline
Ability to legally reside and work in the country of application, without the need for visa support or employer sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Linux, networking concepts, operating system fundamentals, embedded development, and/or machine learning, and AI.
Knowledge of Network protocols (TCP/IP, ISIS, OSPF, BGP, MPLS)
Exposure Traffic generator test tools such IXIA or Spirent including Virtual environments.
Excellent multi-tasking, written, & verbal communication, and organizational skills.
Must be a great teammate, results oriented, and have a high degree of accountability, dedication, and responsibility.

Responsibilities

Testing network software
Building scalable automation environment
Building continuous deployment framework using Python for qualifying Software targeted for deployment on WebScaler production environments
Core member of the test of automation development and execution of the next generation of routing & packet-optical products for the Service Provider

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
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, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees (non-exempt)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
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
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles)