Software Engineer

Cisco

. Design and implement functional and non-functional features .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $149,100 - $218,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in full-stack development, particularly with Go, Java, Node, React, and TypeScript, while integrating AI capabilities into cloud-native systems. Proven ability to mentor junior developers and lead cross-functional teams in delivering advanced product integrations and features.

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Full-Stack DevelopmentCloud-Native SystemsAI IntegrationAWS ExperienceCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

GoJavaNodeReactTypeScriptAPIsMicroservicesSQLNoSQLEvent-Driven Architecture

Soft Skills

MentoringCommunicationPragmatic MindsetResilienceGrowth Mindset

Tools & Technologies

AWSELKSplunkDatadogCI/CD PipelinesDevOps

Industry Keywords

AI-Native SolutionsDistributed SystemsModern Web ApplicationsSecure Multi-Tenant PlatformsSoftware Factories

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudJavaMicroservicesNode.jsNoSQLReactSplunkSQLTypeScriptGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement functional and non-functional features
Mentor and coach junior developers
Drive advanced product integrations and AI-native solutions across Cisco’s product portfolio
Work across Go, Java, Node, React, and TypeScript back-end and application technologies
Collaborate with frontend and infrastructure teams to ensure end-to-end delivery
Design and deliver the AI-driven backbone of Cisco Cloud Control
Build integrations and features powering Cisco’s global platform

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of relevant full-stack development experience
Experience designing and operating distributed, cloud-native systems, including APIs and microservices
Experience with AWS and monitoring/observability tools including ELK, Splunk, and Datadog
Experience with SQL, NoSQL, queues, and event-driven architectures
Experience integrating AI capabilities into production software
Agentic-first work methodology and up-to-date knowledge of AI tools
Preferred: experience building modern web applications and UI architectures
Preferred: experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and modern software development practices
Preferred: experience building software factories
Preferred: experience building secure, multi-tenant platforms
Preferred: experience leading geographically distributed, full-stack engineering teams
Strong written and verbal English communication skills
Proven cross-functional collaboration
Pragmatic, resilient, and delivery-focused mindset
Growth mindset and willingness to continuously learn

Benefits

Comp & perks

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 and continued employment
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 per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible exempt employees, subject to availability and business limitations
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 annually
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies