> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4423120-software-engineer-hybrid](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4423120-software-engineer-hybrid). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Software Engineer, Hybrid

- **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $139,300.0 - $203,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Unit Testing, Code Review, Software Debugging, Decision-Making Software, Software Design Documents, Machine Learning, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, System Availability, Reliability of Systems, HybridCloud, AI Platforms, Cisco
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/F6D5057B8546460596110F6DBD860D2B/job/

## About the Role

* Bachelors + 7 years of related experience OR Masters + 4 years of related experience OR PhD + 1 year of related experience.
 * Demonstrated ability to write clean, functional code and perform unit testing using secure coding practices, with a focus on 'Design Thinking Principles' and user experience.
 * Proven experience in managing the software development lifecycle, including debugging production issues, conducting code reviews, performing threat modeling, and leading root cause analysis.
 * Ability to lead projects from end-to-end, mentor team members, and partner effectively with product management and design teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions., * Proven experience in working with AI-native frameworks and integrating machine learning capabilities into enterprise applications to drive innovation and automated decision-making.
 * Proficiency in architecting, deploying, and managing scalable workloads across hybrid cloud environments to ensure high availability and operational agility.
 * Strong background in CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and automation tools designed to increase delivery speed and improve system reliability in an Agile environment.
 * Demonstrated success in applying 'Design Thinking Principles' throughout the software development lifecycle to prioritize intuitive user experiences and simplify complex business processes.

## Description

In the Enterprise AI Platforms and Infrastructure organization, we are embracing Hybrid Cloud and AI-Native transformation of our Cisco IT workloads, embracing Agile ways of working, and increasing automation of our business processes to deliver faster and better. To support this transformation, we are looking for talented software engineers to drive our business capabilities forward. Responsibilities include:

 * Develops functional, clean code and unit tests consistent with Cisco 'Design Thinking Principles.' Focuses on simplification, UX, secure coding practices, and user privacy.
 * Partners with design, product management, and cross-functional teams to align solutions with customer needs, gather requirements, and complete project steps.
 * Creates technical design documentation and contributes to end-user guides. Performs code reviews to optimize for scale, velocity, reliability, and security (including threat modeling).
 * Debugs and addresses software issues during development and in production environments. Serves as an escalation point for on-call issues, leads postmortems, and writes root cause analyses.
 * Identifies and recommends improvements to the software development lifecycle, Agile practices, and product innovation.
 * Functions as an advanced professional with deep knowledge of technical job families and business issues to improve products and services.
 * Works independently with minimal guidance to determine the best approach for complex tasks.
 * Leads projects from end-to-end and may contribute to defined software engineering roadmaps.
 * Acts as a resource for colleagues, mentoring peers or junior members and sharing knowledge through formal and informal channels (presentations, blogs, etc.).
 * Thinking: Integrates product sense (market awareness, competition, production adoption) and tracks related metrics to identify opportunities for multiple products to create value.