Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Senior Software Technical Leader to drive architecture and software development for next-generation networking platforms. The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in datapath systems, embedded software, coherent optics architecture, CMIS/SFF standards, scalable systems software, and distributed networking platforms.
What You Will Do
The candidate will partner closely with ASIC, optics, photonics, DSP, system architecture, product management, and software teams to create the right solutions for customers. This role includes creating technical design documentation, contributing to user documentation, debugging complex software and system issues in development and production, and bringing new ideas for product innovation and software development process improvement.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will serve as a recognized technical expert within Cisco, leading architecture and technical direction for coherent optics, datapath software, and next-generation networking platforms.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years, Master’s degree with 8+ years or PhD with 5+ years of experience with a degree in CS, EE, Electronics or a related technical field
- Strong expertise in C/C++ and Linux systems software
- Experience of coherent or grey optics, PHY / SerDes, FEC, ASIC / NPU, and DSP-based systems
- Proven ability to lead architecture, design, debugging, and delivery of complex cross-functional software and systems programs
Benefits
- 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
- paid time away
- optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
- annual bonuses
- performance-based incentive pay
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