Platform Engineer

The application window is expected to close on: 09/29/2026

** Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received** .

** Meet the team*
* + The Engineering Infrastructure team serves as the backbone for the Collaboration Devices CI/CD platform, enabling high-velocity development for diverse technologies ranging from device drivers to AI/ML models. We function as a collaborative group of 12 based in Oslo, now expanding our footprint to RTP to better support US-based development workflows. We provide a robust, optimized platform that meets the unique needs of our developers.

We pride ourselves on an agile, user-focused culture where we tackle complex technical challenges

** Your impact*
* + Design, develop, and maintain the software stack of our infrastructure to ensure seamless CI/CD operations for Collaboration Devices. Collaborate with product development teams in RTP to deliver a platform for their specific technical requirements and unique deployment needs. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system performance and reliability. Act as a key technical liaison in the US, bridging the gap between global infrastructure efforts and local product development priorities.

Take part in delivering the market leading video collaboration devices.

** Minimum qualifications*
* + Bachelors + 7 years of experience in software engineering or infrastructure development, or Masters + 4 years of experience.

+ Expertise in Linux system administration (Ubuntu, RHEL/CentOS), including networking and storage integration

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Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Puppet or Ansible.

+ Experience in Linux Containers and Kubernetes operation and troubleshooting. strong skills in a few programming languages (preferably Python and GO).

** Preferred qualifications*
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Experience with Proxmox, Jenkins, Slurm, Ceph and Elasticsearch.

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Experience with on-prem hosted infrastructure and bare-metal servers

+ Familiarity with Nix/NixOS environments.

+ Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

+ Self-motivated individual with a track record of taking initiative to drive technical progress.

Collab Hiring

** 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. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.

We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.

** Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:*
* The starting salary range posted for this position is $ to $ and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.

Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. 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.

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.  Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted…