Technical Support Engineer, Splunk o11y, Cloud (FedRAMP) - Boulder, CO or Richardson, TX - Hybrid

Posted 3 Days Ago
2 Locations
Hybrid
94K-172K Annually
Mid level
Cloud • Information Technology • Internet of Things • Professional Services • Software
The Role
Provide break-fix and premium technical support for Splunk Observability Cloud customers. Troubleshoot issues, reproduce problems, file bug reports, escalate to engineering, and collaborate with Customer Success. Communicate clearly with customers via phone/Webex, contribute to knowledge content, and develop expertise in cloud, Kubernetes, REST APIs and development languages.
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The application window is expected to close on: 08/31/2026

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

This role must be local to Boulder, CO or Richardson, TX ONLY - must be local or willing to relocate.
This role is Hybrid and will require up to 3 days a week in either Boulder or Richardson office
Meet the Team

Join us as we pursue our disruptive new vision to provide a world-class, real-time observability platform that combines logging, monitoring, and tracing.

We are seeking an individual with technical support or consulting experience to provide support services for the Splunk Observability Cloud solution. This individual will work closely with our customers and field delivery personnel to provide break-fix support, operational maintenance, and Premium support services. This position is an integral part of the long-term plan to grow the relationship with our customers, and the efforts put forth by this individual will directly impact the long-term success of the relationship. In order to succeed in this team, this individual must have the passion and energy to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused, and fun environment.

Diversity Matters, we harness our unique strengths to deliver the best outcomes. We work closely with several different parts of the organization to learn and educate each other, then we build the right solution for all parties; transparency is at our core. We have fun doing phenomenal work with great people. Come become one of us.

Your Impact
  • Support customers who have implemented the Splunk Observability Cloud SaaS solution, guiding the resolution of customer issues and escalations in a professional and timely manner, adhering to SLA guidelines.

  • Provide clear and effective written and verbal communication to customers, including phone and Webex-based support.

  • Collaborate with Splunk Development Engineers and Customer Success teams to address customer problems effectively.

  • Contribute to the creation of technical knowledge content to empower customer self-service.

  • Utilize existing troubleshooting skills and web technologies knowledge, while further developing expertise in development languages such as .NET, Java, and/or node.JS.

  • Thoroughly investigate technical issues to determine root causes and propose effective solutions or workarounds.

  • Support the reproduction of customer issues, file detailed bug reports, escalate cases to Engineering when necessary, and provide comprehensive documentation.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Applicants must be local to Boulder, CO or Richardson, TX

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen due to the position may require access to U.S. export-controlled technologies, technical data, and/or sensitive government data.

  • Flexibility to participate in on-call rotations may be required to support our federal customers.

  • 3+ years of experience in customer support, technical account management, or a related field.

  • A foundational understanding of Kubernetes, REST APIs, cloud computing, and observability concepts.

  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize SLA-driven customer issues.

  • A passion for technology and a dedication to thriving in an ever-evolving technical environment.

  • A customer-centric attitude and a strong willingness to learn.

  • A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

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 $94,200.00 to $125,000.00 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-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks.  Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.

U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies:

  • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees

  • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco

  • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees

  • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)

  • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next

  • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members

  • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer

For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies.

Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:

  • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;

  • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;

  • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and

  • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.

For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.

The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:

New York City Metro Area:

$117,600.00 - $171,500.00

Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:

$102,400.00 - $165,800.00

* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.

** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Skills Required

  • Must be local to Boulder, CO or Richardson, TX (or willing to relocate)
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Flexibility to participate in on-call rotations
  • 3+ years of experience in customer support, technical account management, or a related field
  • Foundational understanding of Kubernetes, REST APIs, cloud computing, and observability concepts
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities with exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent time management and ability to prioritize SLA-driven customer issues
  • Customer-centric attitude and strong willingness to learn
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent work experience

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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