Job Description
Cisco Systems is at the forefront of innovation in AI-driven platforms and data infrastructure. They are seeking a passionate software engineer to develop secure data pipelines, design analytics platforms, and build automation infrastructure to enhance security and cloud initiatives. Responsibilities Developing scalable, secure data pipelines Designing robust analytics platforms Building automation infrastructure to support Cisco’s security and cloud initiatives Solving complex challenges with innovation and precision Building and maintaining essential security tools and automation platforms Skills Completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within 12 months, of a certification or relevant degree program (e.g., Associate's, Apprenticeship, Boot Camp, or Certification in a specialized program + 1 year of relevant experience, High School Diploma + 2 years of relevant experience) or Bachelor's + 0 years of relevant experience.
Relevant fields include: Experience writing, debugging, and maintaining code in Python or other scripting languages (such as Bash), with a focus on automating tasks, workflows, or processes Understanding of security protocols and principles (e.g., TLS/SSL, SSH, OAuth, SAML, IPsec) and familiarity with common cybersecurity tools Exposure to DevOps and DevSecOps practices, including integrating security measures into bolthires/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) and cloud environments Familiarity with cloud security concepts and experience using automation tools within software development and deployment workflows Understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts, algorithms, and basic implementation techniques Familiarity with securing cloud environments, including knowledge of cloud security best practices and commonly used security tools Experience or coursework related to securing containerized applications (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), including vulnerability assessment and mitigation strategies Hands-on experience writing and executing automated tests for Python applications using the pytest framework Benefits Medical, dental and vision insurance 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution Paid parental leave Short and long-term disability coverage Basic life insurance 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 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter 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 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 Company Overview Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products.
It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press. It was founded in 1984, and is headquartered in San Jose, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Cisco has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1238 in 2025, 1231 in 2024, 1273 in 2023, 2127 in 2022, 1991 in 2021, 1173 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.