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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineering Technical Leader - **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc. - **Location:** Boxborough, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $192,400.0 - $275,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Data Centers, Software Debugging, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Network Layer, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Computer Network Technologies, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Backend, Codebase - **Published:** September 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88200871/1 ## About the Role * Bachelors + 12 years of related experience, or Masters + 8 years of related experience * Experience in software design and development using C, C++, or P4, including contributions to productionquality systems. * Experience in troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving sophisticated software issues across large, distributed codebases, with practical experience in using tools such as GDB, PDB, etc. * Experience with Layer 2 (L2) and Layer 3 (L3) networking technologies, protocols, and dataplane behaviors. * Experience inPythonwith the ability to develop scalable, maintainable, and production-ready software solutions. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with networkprocessor software programming is a strong plus. ## Description As a Software Engineer, you will design and develop a broad set of advanced networking features. With the foundational capabilities of our nextgeneration platforms already established, this role offers a true groundfloor opportunity to drive the next phase of product growth. You will help shape our convergence strategy in the Service Provider space and deliver highimpact features powering Web, Cloud, Data Center, and Mobile networking solutions. * Design, implement, and test C, C++, or P4 programs to define packetprocessing behaviors on highperformance network devices. * Build, optimize, and enhance the backend of the P4 compiler to fully leverage the capabilities of advanced networking hardware. * Solve complex resourcemanagement challenges and optimize resource allocation across programmable networkprocessing pipelines. * Collaborate closely with ASIC engineers to ensure seamless integration of P4 programs with nextgeneration IC designs, including providing compiler support throughout hardware development cycles. * Participate in the design and implementation of new C, C++, or P4 language features to support the evolving needs of network application developers. * Develop Pythonbased test frameworks and author Python test cases to validate SDK functionality and ensure correctness, performance, and reliability of P4based dataplane programming. * Proactively identifies and participates in the resolution of sophisticated problems that impact the direction of the business. * Develops and delivers innovative approaches that benefit customers and/or clients. * Leads major business projects which impact a region or entire function. * Contributes to the development of annual organizational objectives/priorities. * Builds and maintains long-term relationships with key stakeholders to ensure products and services reflect the needs and direction of the business. * Translates and influences the regional or functional strategic vision into a technical vision with clear engineering priorities, ensuring understanding and alignment across teams. * Leads, mentors, and influences senior engineers ## Related Videos - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Getting to Know Your Legacy (System) with AI-Driven Software Archeology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1437-getting-to-know-your-legacy-system-with-ai-driven-software-archeology) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) - [You’re a great coder? 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