Software Engineer Embedded​/Network Systems II

Software Engineer Embedded/Network Systems II (Full Time) - United States

life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)

Our dedicated team members are engineering the foundation of Cisco's core technologies across the globe, including teams in Engineering like Common Hardware Group, Network Product Eng, Infrastructure & Security. You will be an essential contributor to the development of next‑generation innovations in operating systems, firmware, networking stacks, and security infrastructure. Working on these teams, you will gain hands‑on experience with hardware‑software integration and low‑level networking technologies that power Cisco's critical products.

Discover the possibilities when deep technical expertise meets creativity and help build solutions that transform how the world connects and communicates.

You are a passionate engineer skilled in low‑level programming, networking protocols, and hardware‑software integration, with strong communication and collaboration abilities. You thrive in solving complex challenges through innovation and precision, while being highly organized and process‑driven. Your work develops and maintains critical software and tools that ensure hardware compatibility, network performance, and security for Cisco's core products like operating systems, firmware, and networking stacks.

By effectively managing your time and streamlining processes, you deliver high‑quality solutions that embed resilience and efficiency into global communications infrastructure, directly contributing to Cisco's leadership in trusted, scalable networking technologies.

• Completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within 12 months, of a certification or degree program (e.g., Associates, Apprenticeship, Boot Camp, or Certification in a specialized program + 3 years of relevant experience, High School Diploma + 4 years of relevant experience, Bachelors + 2 years of relevant experience) or Masters + 0 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in C programming and experience with embedded Linux, including a solid understanding of operating system fundamentals.
• Familiarity with network principles & concepts, routing protocols, and general networking concepts.
• Hands‑on experience with automation tools and scripting languages (such as Python or Bash), along with knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Git Hub Actions).
• Understanding of Dev Sec Ops  practices and their application in software development workflows.

• Conceptual understanding or hands‑on experience with AI/ML.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and security protocols.
• Experience with FPGA development.
• Knowledge of signal and power integrity, and PCB design.

The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:

New York City Metro Area:
$ - $

Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$ - $

* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.

** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.