Software Developer – Full Stack / Backend II

Cisco

. Craft user-friendly, reliable software and tools supporting operating systems, networks, databases, and other critical technology platforms .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeVancouver • CanadaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development across various platforms, including proficiency in C/C++, Python, or Java, and a solid understanding of quality assurance and debugging processes. Familiarity with cloud technologies such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud, along with knowledge of networking and cybersecurity, is essential for delivering innovative software solutions.

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C/C++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingJava ProgrammingQuality AssuranceCloud Technologies

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentEmbedded DevelopmentWeb Application DevelopmentTestingDebugging

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem SolvingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

AWSMicrosoft AzureGoogle CloudLinux

Industry Keywords

Computer ScienceSoftware EngineeringInformation TechnologyNetworking ConceptsCybersecurity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityJavaLinuxPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Craft user-friendly, reliable software and tools supporting operating systems, networks, databases, and other critical technology platforms
Develop software across applications, databases, embedded networking, operating systems, IT, security, testing and quality, and web services
Balance software capability growth with hardware compatibility considerations
Contribute to development decisions and innovative software solutions
Work with cloud, mobile, desktop, and security applications
Collaborate with teams across Engineering, Information Technology, Supply Chain, Customer Experience, and Security and Trust
Solve sophisticated technical challenges, streamline processes, manage time efficiently, and deliver high-quality results on schedule

Requirements

What you’ll need

Meet one of the following, completed within the past 3 years or expected within the next 12 months: a Master's degree with 0 years of work experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of work experience
Qualifying education and work experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
Proficiency in at least one of C/C++, Python, or Java
Recent evidence within the past 12 months through coursework, projects, or work experience
Experience in quality assurance, testing, and/or debugging in an academic, project-based, or work-related setting
Preferred: knowledge of Linux, networking concepts, operating system fundamentals, embedded development, and/or machine learning
Preferred: experience with databases, web application development, and web services
Preferred: knowledge of computer networking and/or cybersecurity
Preferred: knowledge of AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud

Benefits

Comp & perks

U.S. employees are offered medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available, subject to eligibility
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
Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program
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 between calendar years
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses may be available for non-sales roles
Performance-based incentive pay for sales-plan employees