Cloud Security Engineering at Cisco drives the technology that's transforming the way customers secure their networks, and more importantly, their users.
We're looking for a Backend Engineer to join our dynamic software development team. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical skills, a well-rounded understanding of both front-end and back-end development, and a passion for learning new technologies and tools for agentic development life cycle.
As a key member of the SSE Control Plane organization, responsible for the design, development, and operation of key microservices focused on Unified Policy, and key Distribution Engine related that our Umbrella and Cisco Secure Access products offer. This is a team that does big things.
Who You'll Work With
The members of the Cloud Security Engineering’s SSE Control plane team build and operate core control plane services for the Umbrella and Cisco Secure Access platform. We are a team that is supportive of learning and experimentation. We work closely with the rest of the Cloud Security Engineering teams and other engineering groups across Cisco.
You will engage in some of the following:
Collaborate with a team of developers, designers, project managers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions.
Work with cross-functional teams to understand their needs for infrastructure, software deployment, and automation.
About You
You are passionate about developing cloud-native solutions.
You have strong programming skills and love both building and running applications.
You are a natural problem-solver and trouble-shooter.
You can think creatively and are self-motivated.
You love working together as a team and have a desire to speak up, share ideas, and help members of the team.
You get excited to experimenting with the latest technologies.
You love introducing the team to new technologies, frameworks, and points of view.
You like to collaborate and work closely across teams.
What You'll Do
Design, build, and optimize scalable applications and APIs, utilizing AI-assisted development tools to accelerate the full software development lifecycle—from initial concept and coding to testing, debugging, and documentation.
Manage cloud infrastructure and automate software delivery processes by engineering reliable CI/CD pipelines, ensuring a seamless transition from development to production.
Maintain system health and security through proactive monitoring, cross-platform troubleshooting, and participation in on-call rotations to support production environments.
Evaluate emerging technologies, third-party libraries, and tools by conducting benchmarking and proof-of-concept projects to provide strategic recommendations for the organization’s tech stack.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field. Understanding of networking and security concepts like routing, firewalls. gateways
At least 3 years of experience in a software development role.
Understanding of software development and system administration principles.
Experience coding in programming/scripting language like Python, Java, or JavaScript.
Familiarity with Unix/Linux operating systems.
Desired Qualifications:
Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes.
Basic knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and in teams.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.
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.
Disclaimer
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Skills Required
- B.E. or B.Tech degree
- 8-14 years of experience in full-stack web development
- Experience with full-stack architecture and development
- Experience with cloud and microservices architecture
- Proficiency in front-end technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, ReactJS, or jQuery
- Proficiency in back-end technologies including Java, Python, Go, or Node.js
- Understanding of server-side languages and database technologies including SQL and MongoDB
- Experience with pub/sub frameworks such as Apache Kafka
- Experience with Docker containers and Kubernetes orchestration
- Experience with AWS or GCP cloud platforms
- Experience with CI/CD, release management, Git flows, and Scrum methodology
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Strong communication, presentation, collaboration, and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of React Native or Flutter
- Familiarity with AWS, GCP, or Azure
- Experience in a data engineering role
- Familiarity with data pipeline and workflow management tools
- Understanding of CI/CD and DevOps practices for data engineering workloads
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.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad, with medical options including PPOs, high-deductible plans, and regional HMOs. Feedback suggests robust wellness and mental-health resources, with some locations offering on-site support and second medical opinions.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is highlighted through paid holidays, paid time off, and additional recharge days such as “Days for Me,” with generous volunteer time also mentioned. Feedback suggests these programs help support rest, volunteering, and critical life events.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family support appears extensive, including paid child-bonding leave, family medical leave, and caregiving resources. Observations also point to family-planning assistance and adoption or surrogacy support in some regions.
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