Technical Leader, Software Engineer

The application window is expected to close on: 03/23/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . Meet the Team Are you ready to shape the future of enterprise cloud infrastructure? We are looking for a visionary Tech Lead Engineer to architect and deliver the AI-driven backbone of Cisco Cloud Control. In this role, you won’t just be writing code; you will be building the intelligent fabric that powers Cisco’s next-generation global platform. You will operate at the intersection of AI/ML, distributed systems, and SaaS, solving high-stakes challenges that redefine how global enterprises manage their cloud environments. Your Impact As a Tech Lead, you will be the technical heartbeat of our mission. You will: * Architect the Future: Lead system design and architectural strategy for complex, AI-native solutions that scale across Cisco’s vast portfolio. * Drive Innovation:  Translate complex business needs into high-performance, functional, and non-functional backend features. * Foster Excellence:  Mentor and guide junior developers, championing engineering best practices and a culture of continuous improvement. * Collaborate at Scale:  Partner with architecture teams, engineering leads across Business Units, and infrastructure experts to ensure seamless, end-to-end delivery of mission-critical services. * Champion AI-Native Development:** Leverage and advocate for cutting-edge AI coding assistants and agents to accelerat development velocity and code quality. What You Bring (Minimum Qualifications) * Deep Expertise: 8 years of hands-on experience in software development, with a focus on data pipelines, AI/ML integration, and highly distributed SaaS architectures. * Cloud Proficiency:  Strong technical command of AWS and modern observability stacks (e.g., ELK, Splunk, Datadog). * DevOps Mindset:  Proven experience in CI/CD automation and modern DevOps practices. * AI Advocacy:  A track record of integrating AI tools into the development lifecycle and a passion for pushing the boundaries of AI-assisted engineering. * Leadership & Communication:  Exceptional ability to influence stakeholders, mentor talent, and bridge the gap between technical complexity and business value. * Adaptability: A solution-oriented mindset that thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Preferred Qualifications * Experience building robust 3rd party integrations (e.g., ServiceNow). * Fluency in Go, Java, or Rust. * Familiarity with modern frontend ecosystems (React, NodeJS, microfrontend architectures). * A passion for building scalable, reliable, and maintainable systems that support global enterprise users. 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 $183,800.00 to $263,600.00 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-re ... (truncated, view full listing at source)