Software Engineer, Full Stack / Backend I

Cisco

. Design and build software solutions powering Cisco products and platforms .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • United StatesEntry Level💰 $44,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in API Development, Object-Oriented Programming, and Cloud Platforms while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to design and implement software solutions.

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API DevelopmentObject-Oriented ProgrammingSQL/NoSQL DatabasesCloud PlatformsSoftware Engineering

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Hard Skills

API DevelopmentObject-Oriented ProgrammingData StructuresSQL DatabasesNoSQL Databases

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

AWSAzureGCPCisco Cloud

Industry Keywords

Computer ScienceSoftware EngineeringInformation TechnologyCybersecurity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDistributed SystemsGoogle Cloud PlatformGraphQLGRPCNoSQLSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and build software solutions powering Cisco products and platforms
Work end-to-end on APIs, backend services, user interfaces, and distributed systems
Solve real-world problems and ship impactful features
Collaborate with engineers, designers, and product managers across Cisco IT, CPX, Supply Chain, and Engineering
Help shape future connectivity and technology

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program (Associate's or Bachelor's)
Qualifying education and work experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
Expected to continue enrollment in an undergraduate degree program after completing the Co-op assignment
Experience with API development (REST, GraphQL, gRPC)
Understanding of data structures, object-oriented programming, and SQL/NoSQL databases
Familiarity with major cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, GCP, and Cisco Cloud

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
Potential grants of Cisco restricted stock units, vesting following continued employment
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
Paid birthday day off
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 for exempt employees, with no defined limit subject to availability and business limitations
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st, plus up to 80 unused hours carried forward
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’s policies