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# Leader, Software Engineering

- **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Durham, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $151,600.0 - $222,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Data Integrity, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications, Technical Debt, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_cisco2-2022723

## About the Role

skilled in modern AI paradigms + Collaborate with cross-functional teams, customers, and external AI/technology vendors **Minimum Qualifications** + BS or MS in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or equivalent experience + 8+ years of experience in software, DevOps, or systems engineering, + 4+ years of experience in engineering leadership across diverse teams and time zones + Fluency in designing, architecting, and deploying AI enabled enterprise applications. + Proven track record of adopting an AI-first engineering approach and driving team-wide usage of AI-assisted development tools and workflows + Extensive SaaS, cloud infrastructure, and distributed systems experience + Proven ability to drive technical strategy and deliver large-scale enterprise engineering and AI initiatives + Skilled at balancing tactical operational needs with long-term strategic, architectural, and quality objectives + Experience leading agile teams and, managing complex engineering

## Description

We lead with user experience, accept agile ways of working, drive engineering efficiency, and deliver with Cloud first, shift left, AI powered technology.
The Component Operations Supply Chain IT team is at the forefront of transforming our supply chain through technology.
We specialize in implementing and optimizing our Supply Chain ERP solution, a critical backbone for managing everything from procurement to delivery.
Our expertise ensures seamless integration of processes, providing real-time visibility and control over our entire supply chain operations.
We empower data-driven decisions that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall operational agility. **What You'll Do:** + Lead, mentor, and develop software and AI engineers while fostering innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence + Collaborate with technical leads to guide architectural decisions, improve system performance, manage technical debt, and integrate modern AI capabilities + Partner with Product, Supply Chain, Business Operations, and SMEs to clarify requirements, align priorities, and drive AI-enabled business solutions + Monitor and resolve production issues to ensure system stability, model/data integrity, and timely support + Remove obstacles, manage risks, and ensure teams have the tooling, platform infrastructure, and support needed for delivery + Conduct 1:1s, performance reviews, and drive team health, engagement, and continuous learning initiatives + Lead hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning to build high-performing engineering teams