Software Engineer - Data Center

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 At Data Center Business Unit in Cisco, we are dedicated to driving innovation in networking technologies. Our focus is on developing groundbreaking Datacenter Switching products and controllers that address the evolving needs of modern network infrastructures, including those in AI/ML, cloud computing, and enterprise networking environments. In this role, you will have the opportunity to learn and implement a wide range of technologies, creative networking designs, validate solutions and automate. You will have the opportunity to participate in multi-functional collaboration and be exposed to all facets of the software development cycle from innovation, marketing requirement to product delivery. Your Impact This is a role within Cisco's Data Center Switching team. Here, you will work on developing and validating the Nexus 9000 line of data center product, features and the day2ops products. You will be working with a team that design, develop and validate data center end to end solution. You will a be responsible for network automation using the latest tools, including co-pilot in our mature infrastructure. We are looking for talented and passionate Software Engineers to join the team and contribute to Datacenter Switching solutions. Collaborate with cross functional teams which includes Engineering/Hardware/ASIC/Marketing/Day2Ops partner groups to take developed products to market. Interact and Innovate with close collaboration with Distinguished and Principal engineers with focus on Scale, Performance and Reliability Understanding of networking fundamentals and protocols (ex: TCP/IP, Layer 2 Switching, L3 Routing (OSPF, ISIS, BGP etc), VxLAN, ACL, QoS Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. 5+ years of experience with networking fundamentals and protocols, including TCP/IP, Layer 2 Switching, and Layer 3 Routing protocols such as OSPF, ISIS, and BGP. 5+ years of experience in scripting with Python, including writing, testing, and automating network-related tasks. Experience using traffic generation and analysis tools such as Keysight Ixia, Spirent, and open-source alternatives to simulate network traffic, validate network performance, and support testing scenarios. Preferred Qualifications Programmability: Yang models, DME, Netconf, GNMI, telegraf, grpc Familiarity with NX-OS Familiarity with networking vendor products and software Ability to leverage AI/ML frameworks and tools to develop scalable, robust, and secure AI systems, and to apply AI/ML insights for network optimization, anomaly detection, and predictive analytics. 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 $165,000.00 to $241,400.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, n ... (truncated, view full listing at source)