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

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Become part of a team building the future of Cisco’s AI-driven platforms and data infrastructure, driving innovation across the globe.
• Contribute to the development of advanced data pipelines, machine learning infrastructure, and analytics platforms for business-critical initiatives.
• Collaborate with teams focused on backend engineering and AI, helping to transform how Cisco and its customers harness information and intelligent automation.
• Develop and maintain key software tools and backend infrastructure to support modern cloud and distributed computing initiatives.
• Solve complex challenges with innovation and precision, ensuring 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 relevant degree or certification program (e.g., Associate's, Apprenticeship, Boot Camp, specialized certification + 1 year relevant experience, High School Diploma + 2 years relevant experience), or Bachelor's degree + 0 years 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.

Qualifications

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

Skills

Expertise in developing scalable backend systems, designing robust analytics platforms, and building infrastructure to support modern cloud and distributed computing initiatives.

Benefits

U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Additional paid time away includes 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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco. Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at a rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees. Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations). Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees On Sales Plans Earn Performance-based Incentive Pay On Top Of Their Base Salary, Which Is Split Between Quota And Non-quota Components, Subject To The Applicable Cisco Plan. For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Pay

The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:

• New York City Metro Area: $107,800.00 - $157,400.00
• Non-Metro New York State & Washington State: $94,800.00 - $140,000.00

Schedule

Not specified.