Software Engineer (C++ , Embedded, Networking)-8+ Yrs, BLR

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Bangalore, Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka, IND
In-Office
Senior level
Cloud • Information Technology • Internet of Things • Professional Services • Software
The Role
Design and implement core software for Silicon One ASICs, spanning user-facing APIs, algorithms, firmware, and embedded systems. Collaborate with architecture and design teams to deliver high-performance networking infrastructure software and contribute to next-generation ASIC-enabled products.
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Meet the Team:

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity joining Silicon One as a Senior C++ SW Engineer. Join our rapidly growing SDK Silicon One team at Cisco.

The Cisco Silicon-One team develops breakthrough next-generation silicon products, at the heart of the most important activities of Cisco. If you want to work with amazing people, developing leading world-class products changing the Internet, join us!

Your Impact:

You'll develop core software technologies at the heart of tomorrow's leading infrastructure solutions, tackling the entire range of challenges from user-facing API-s, through high-level algorithms, all the way down to firmware.

Craft and develop software driving the world's most complex infrastructures

Gain intimate knowledge of world-class silicon and programming models

Work with architecture and design teams to define the next generation of ASIC products being developed

  • You'll be joining Cisco Silicon One Bangalore team which is the core center of Cisco’s SW and ASIC design.
  • You'll be part of the group driving our groundbreaking next-generation network devices - Cisco Silicon One.
  • Our unique team works in a startup atmosphere inside a stable and leading corporate and develops the full software stack enabling the Silicon One ASICs. Join a team of dedicated engineers with a proven track-record at delivering breakthrough products.
  • Our R&D center is outstanding - hosting all silicon HW and SW development teams inside one site.
  • We are transforming the industry and building a new AI/ML Networks, as well as providing a unified, programmable silicon architecture that is the foundation of all Cisco's future routing products.
  • Our devices are crafted to be universally adaptable across service providers and web-scale markets, designed for fixed and modular platforms. Our devices deliver high speed (50+ Terabits per second) without sacrificing programmability, buffering, power efficiency, scale or feature flexibility.
  • Cisco Silicon One is a revolutionary, ground-breaking technology for our customers and end users for decades to come! The Internet now has a new faster, better, safer engine!
  • You have a unique opportunity to join the core center of Cisco silicon SW development and work with us to design and deliver breakthrough technologies.

Minimum Requirements:

  • B.E or higher degree in Computer Science or a related field, from one of the top universities, with excellence
  • Strong background in C++
  • 8+ years of experience in Software Development, 5+ years of experience in C++ or Embedded Development
  • Familiar with Networking technologies and concepts
  • Excellent communication and strategic planning skills, while being self-motivated with a focus on execution.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience in Python
  • Ability to quickly ramp on multiple, interdisciplinary domains
  • Love for solving complex problems
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. 

Skills Required

  • B.E or higher degree in Computer Science or related field from a top university
  • Strong background in C++
  • 8+ years of experience in Software Development; 5+ years in C++ or Embedded Development
  • Familiarity with networking technologies and concepts
  • Excellent communication, strategic planning, and self-motivation with execution focus
  • Experience in Python
  • Ability to quickly ramp on multiple interdisciplinary domains
  • Passion for solving complex problems

Cisco Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cisco and has not been reviewed or approved by Cisco.

  • Healthcare Strength Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, mental health support via an EAP, and access to on-site or virtual health centers indicate robust healthcare offerings. Wellness programs, fitness resources, and specialized services further reinforce coverage depth.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Generous PTO, a global minimum for paid parental leave, and unique programs like company-wide recharge days and paid volunteer time expand time-away options. Additional offerings such as Critical Time Off and adoption assistance add flexibility for life events.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Restricted stock units and a discounted employee stock purchase plan are meaningful elements of total compensation. The prominence of equity can materially augment overall pay packages alongside salary and bonuses.

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Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) enables people to make powerful connections--whether in business, education, philanthropy, or creativity. Cisco hardware, software, and service offerings are used to create the Internet solutions that make networks possible--providing easy access to information anywhere, at any time. Cisco was founded in 1984 by a small group of computer scientists from Stanford University. Since the company's inception, Cisco engineers have been leaders in the development of Internet Protocol (IP)-based networking technologies. Today, with more than 71,000 employees worldwide, this tradition of innovation continues with industry-leading products and solutions in the company's core development areas of routing and switching, as well as in advanced technologies such as home networking, IP telephony, optical networking, security, storage area networking, and wireless technology. In addition to its products, Cisco provides a broad range of service offerings, including technical support and advanced services. Cisco sells its products and services, both directly through its own sales force as well as through its channel partners, to large enterprises, commercial businesses, service providers, and consumers.

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