Software Developer I

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Meet the Team

Our hardworking team members are lively programming magic across the globe on teams such as Engineering, Information Technology, Supply Chain, Customer Experience, Security and Trust, etc.

Your Impact

As a software developer on our team, you will be the driving force behind crafting user-friendly, reliable software and tools that support critical technology platforms such as operating systems, networks, and databases. You will balance growing our software capabilities with hardware compatibility considerations and have the opportunity to influence develop decisions. We offer diverse opportunities across Applications Development, Database Development, Embedded Networking and OS Development, IT, Security, Test & Quality, and Web Services. You are a collaborative communicator with strong organizational skills and a passion for solving sophisticated challenges. Driven and resourceful, you excel at managing your time efficiently, streamlining processes, and delivering high-quality results on schedule. Join us to apply your problem-solving skills and contribute to innovative software solutions that make a significant impact.

Minimum Qualifications

• Meet one of the following (completed within the past 3 years or expected to be completed within the next 12 months):
• A Bachelor's degree with 0 years of work experience; or
• An educational or workforce development program (e.g., Associate’s, Apprenticeship, Boot camp, or Certification) with 1 year of work experience; or
• High school diploma (or equivalent) with 2 years of work experience.
• Qualifying education and work experience should be in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proficiency in at least one of the following programming or scripting languages: C/C++, Python, or Java, with evidence of recent (within the 12 months) coursework, projects, or work experience.
• Experience in quality assurance (QA), testing, and/or debugging in an academic, project-based, or work related setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Linux, networking concepts, operating system fundamentals, embedded development, and/or machine learning
• Experience with databases, web application development, and web services
• Knowledge of computer networking and/or cybersecurity
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud

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:

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 b