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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Milpitas, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $167,700 - $245,200
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Distributed Data Store, PostgreSQL, Log Analysis, Machine Learning, MongoDB, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications, Generative AI, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Microservices
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18865362/Software-Engineer-California-Milpitas

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in computer science software engineering, computer engineering, or a related field and 5+ years of professional software or a Masters and 2+ years

 * Experience reading, debugging, or modifying code in production software

 * Experience with Linux operating systems and operating Kubernetes or containerized microservices

 * Experience with networking or TCP/IP fundamentals
Preferred Qualifications

 * Hands-on experience debugging distributed data stores, including PostgreSQL and MongoDB.

 * Experience supporting or resolving complex customer escalations for enterprise software.

 * Experience reproducing software issues in lab or test environments.

 * Experience applying AI, machine learning, or generative AI tools to analyze logs, telemetry, traces, or case data, automate troubleshooting, or improve engineering workflows.