Software Engineer (C/C++ AND Python, Linux, DHCP, IOS-XR | 7- 13 Years)

Meet the Team As an integral member of this forward-looking group responsible for Cisco's IOS-XR operating system, you will work with engineers who architect, design, and develop some of the world’s largest Service Provider and Web products that are constantly evolving to meet customer business requirements. You will be interacting and working closely with some of the finest talent in the industry. What is more... we believe in making work both challenging and fun! Can't get better than this, right? Your Impact Looking forward to getting an exciting start to your career? You will bring your unique talents to the group that works on Cisco's IOS-XR operating system which is creating unprecedented customer value by providing cohesive and innovative software, platforms and solutions for Cisco's core networking customers. In your role as a Software Engineer, you will develop products that are deployed by some of the leading service providers in the world. You will work with a BU-wide vibrant technical community, learning from experts and translating this learning into exciting opportunities for personal growth. Experience the exhilaration of taking a product through development and integration. Minimum Qualifications You possess the ability to understand system-level architecture and design. Besides these, you have sufficient knowledge of product development life-cycle and tools. Your good written and verbal communication skills have always stood you in good stead. Experience: 7 years to 13 years. Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE/EC or technical equivalent. Expert knowledge and hands-on experience in C/C++ programming and python for test automation Proven understanding of GenAI capabilities and AI-powered software development Sound knowledge of operating system concepts, computer networking, multithreaded programming and system programming on UNIX/LINUX based systems Preferred Qualifications Broadband/subscriber protocols: PPPoE, IPoE, DHCPv4/v6, PPP, RADIUS/CoA, L2TP. Exposure to L2/L3 protocols Knowledge of Virtualization/distributed systems/Docker Experience configuring and troubleshooting IOS-XR or another carrier-grade network OS. Exposure to Netconf/Yang, GRPC, REST APIs is a plus Why Cisco?  At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale.