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.
• Contribute to the development of advanced data pipelines, machine learning infrastructure, and analytics platforms for business-critical initiatives.
• Build and maintain key software tools and backend infrastructure to support modern cloud and distributed computing initiatives.
• Empower Cisco’s business groups to leverage AI and data-driven insights for operational excellence and strategic growth.

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) (preferred).
• 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. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks.

Pay

The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

Schedule

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 Incentive Pay, Cisco Typically Pays As Follows .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; andOnce performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.