Meet the team
Cisco is redefining the landscape of industrial security. Within the Cyber Vision team, we provide critical visibility into OT (Operational Technology) and IoT assets, enabling security and operations teams to detect threats and ensure compliance across complex industrial
environments. We are looking for a visionary Technical Leader to architect the future of our cloud-native industrial security solution. You will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between industrial operations and cloud-scale security.
Your impact
This pivotal role involves in lead, design and deployment of high-performance, scalable, and robust software solutions using the Golang, micro services, networking and cloud technologies
Set the technical direction for development of both cloud-native/cloud-agnostic and onprem IIoT security products, ensuring high availability, security, and performance across distributed environments.
Partner with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Security Architecture, and Cloud Platform teams, to deliver customer-centric solutions.
Drive technical rigor through design reviews, code review and code quality initiatives, while leveraging AI-powered development tools to accelerate engineering velocity.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to software functionality, performance, and integration in a timely manner.
You grow with working in a highly collaborative, inclusive, and agile atmosphere with multi-functional teams across geographies
Stay abreast of the latest industry trends, Go language updates, and best practices in cloud to continuously enhance development processes and introduce innovative solutions
Minimum qualifications
An ideal candidate with 12+ years of software engineering experience, with a focus on Golang, cloud and security domains, and a degree in Computer
Science (BE/BTech/MS/MCA or equivalent).
Deep expertise in backend development using Golang, with a strong ability to write clean, maintainable, and performant code for distributed systems.
Extensive experience designing and operating services within public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Solid understanding of data storage solutions, including experience with SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL) and efficient query optimization.
Deep technical expertise in implementing IAM and SSO protocols (SAML, OIDC, OAuth2) for large-scale enterprise applications.
Experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
Proven track record of leading the design and delivery of complex, multi-service features and defining system-wide API contracts.
Strong understanding of secure software development lifecycles and modern security architecture.
Demonstrated ability to debug complex production issues, trace failures across microservices, and resolve performance bottlenecks.
Active use of AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Codex) to improve debugging, test generation, and development speed.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Organized, attention to details, able to work both independently and as a team member
Preferred qualifications
Prior experience or understanding of networking and cybersecurity domains.
Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern quality assurance methodologies.
Experience with cloud-native deployment patterns.
Proficiency in using Python or other scripting languages for operational tooling and automation.
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.
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Skills Required
- 12+ years software engineering experience
- Degree in Computer Science (BE/BTech/MS/MCA or equivalent)
- Deep expertise in backend development using Golang
- Designing and operating services in public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Experience with SQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL) and query optimization
- Implementing IAM and SSO protocols (SAML, OIDC, OAuth2)
- Experience with Kubernetes and Docker
- Proven track record leading design and delivery of complex multi-service features and defining system-wide API contracts
- Strong understanding of secure software development lifecycle and modern security architecture
- Demonstrated ability to debug complex production issues and resolve microservices performance bottlenecks
- Active use of AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Codex) for development and testing
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- Organized, attention to detail, able to work independently and in teams
- Prior experience or understanding of networking and cybersecurity domains
- Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and QA methodologies
- Experience with cloud-native deployment patterns
- Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for tooling and automation
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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