Senior Software Engineer WxCCE
Cisco
What You'll Do
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join the Webex Engineering team. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will collaborate with multi-functional peers, business and Partners for effective designing, provisioning, configuration, operation, and maintenance of physical and virtual network hardware and software. Based on your knowledge and experience, you’ll anticipate issues with the network infrastructure & the business model; recommend functional process or service improvements.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Design, Implement and Operate large and scalable network backbones (ISPs): IS-IS, BGP, peering to customers.
- Network Device Automation: Implement and fix automation processes across various network devices and platforms, including cisco routers, switches, and ACI.
- Develop and Maintain Automation Tools: Create, optimise, and maintain network automation scripts, tools, and workflows maximising internal systems and integrating third-party open-source and commercial solutions.
- Responsible for the long-term health and therefore help in the definition and prediction pipelines for network health - availability and service-level objectives
- Network Operations Automation: Lead initiatives to automate and optimise network operations, focusing on scalability and reliability
- Collaborative Development: Work closely with cross-functional teams on requirements analysis, design, development, testing, and deployment. Foster a collaborative environment and contribute to technical discussions and project planning.
- Continuous Improvement: Engage in technical training and knowledge sharing, continuously improving your skill set to enhance technical expertise and professional development.
Who You'll Work With
You will be part of the Webex Engineering team, providing support for our customers, influencing our cloud platform design and providing feedback to our executive team.
Minimum Qualifications
- You have BA/BS degree or higher in Computer Science/Engineering or related field or equivalent practical experience.
- 8+ years’ hands on experience in network environments
- You are a Leader with vision and can influence decisions with your knowledge and expertise.
- Programming Proficiency: Proficiency in at least two programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go), with expertise in Python and Ansible required.
- Network Knowledge: Solid foundational knowledge of network engineering, management, and operations, including network monitoring and automation processes.
- Network Protocols: Deep understanding of network protocols and architectures, including but not limited to ISIS, BGP, BMP, ARP, SNMP, and CDP/LLDP.
- Data Tools Expertise: Hands-on experience with search and analytics engines/big data tools, such as OpenSearch, Kafka, Kibana, Telegraf, InfluxDB, and Prometheus.
- Experience with Cloud Networking
- Deep understanding of Networking fundamentals
Preferred Qualification
- AI/ML Knowledge: Basic understanding of AI and ML algorithms, with familiarity in AI model training, testing, and deployment processes.
- Hands-on project experience in network automation is a plus. Experience with AWX is a plus, with a preference for candidates who have used it for automation and orchestration.
- Development Practices: Proven understanding of Git version control and Agile development methodologies. Experience with practical projects involving these tools and methodologies is preferred.
- Linux Proficiency: Strong familiarity with Linux systems administration, including package management, operations, and performance tuning.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, capable of articulating sophisticated technical concepts to both technical and non-technical customers.
Why Cisco?
#WeAreCisco. We are all unique, but collectively we bring our talents to work as a team, to develop innovative technology and power a more inclusive, digital future for everyone. How do we do it? Well, for starters – with people like you!
Nearly every internet connection around the world touches Cisco. We’re the Internet’s optimists. Our technology makes sure the data traveling at light speed across connections does so securely, yet it’s not what we make but what we make happen which marks us out. We’re helping those who work in the health service to connect with patients and each other; schools, colleges, and universities to teach in even the most challenging of times. We’re helping businesses of all shapes and sizes to connect with their employees and customers in new ways, providing people with access to the digital skills they need and connecting the most remote parts of the world – whether through 5G, or otherwise.
We tackle whatever challenges come our way. We have each other’s backs, we recognize our accomplishments, and we grow together. We celebrate and support one another – from big and small things in life to big career moments. And giving back is in our DNA (we get 10 days off each year to do just that).
We know that powering an inclusive future starts with us. Because without diversity and a dedication to equality, there is no moving forward. Our 30 Inclusive Communities, that bring people together around commonalities or passions, are leading the way. Together we’re committed to learning, listening, caring for our communities, whilst supporting the most vulnerable with a collective effort to make this world a better place either with technology, or through our actions.
So, you have colorful hair? Don’t care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That’s cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us! #WeAreCisco
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When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
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.75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
