What You'll Do Our team develops software for the most advanced Network Operating Systems in the world, IOS-XR, IOS-XE and NXOS. We work on several platform independent components, including System/Infra software, OAM, Manageability and Serviceability infra software and work in close collaboration with Platform development teams to enable the Software stack on the existing and future platforms. You will be working with this world class team on technologies that help our top web scale customers manage their day0/day operations. Who You'll Work With The NeXT Platform Independent Common (PI-Common) group is responsible for driving the PI software that works across Cisco's flagship routers and switches. We craft and develop high-performance system software for various Cisco Platforms which includes Enterprise Switching & Routers, Data Center Switches, and Service Provider Routing Platforms. Who You Are We require creative and smart engineers who can develop high-quality software on schedule, with good communication and collaboration skills, and a passion for innovation. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing new features, as well as maintaining existing features and areas. You have: * 5-8 years proven experience in internetworking technologies and applications with excellent problem-solving skills * Good experience in developing software in C/python * Experience with Ansible/Terraform development * Hands on Data Structures, Operating Systems and Data Networking fundamentals * Exposure to development of software for large/complex network devices including routing & switching systems. * Experience in development of Layer 2 (Ethernet) and/or Layer 3 Networking protocols including Routing, IPV4/6 (unicast/multicast) Is preferable * Experience in any Cisco OS - XR, XE or NXOS would be a plus * Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must utilize these skills to communicate optimally across all groups in the organization. * Willing to work with and excel in teams spanning geographies and physical boundaries * Quick learner who is determined and has a passion to excel Preferred Experience and Education: * Typically requires BSEE/CS or MS/CS or equivalent with 5-8 years relevant experience in internetworking technologies and applications. #WeAreCisco (This is the Standard and cannot be changed) #WeAreCisco where every individual brings their unique skills and perspectives together to pursue our purpose of powering an inclusive future for all. Our passion is connection--we celebrate our employees' diverse set of backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company, many careers where learning and development are encouraged and supported at every stage. Our technology, tools, and culture pioneered hybrid work trends, allowing all to not only give their best, but be their best. We understand our outstanding opportunity to bring communities together and at the heart of that is our people. One-third of Cisconians collaborate in our 30 employee resource organizations, called Inclusive Communities, to connect, foster belonging, learn to be informed allies, and make a difference. Dedicated paid time off to volunteer--80 hours each year--allows us to give back to causes we are passionate about, and nearly 86% do! Our purpose, driven by our people, is what makes us the worldwide leader in technology that powers the internet. Helping our customers reimagine their applications, secure their enterprise, transform their infrastructure, and meet their sustainability goals is what we do best. We ensure that every step we take is a step towards a more inclusive future for all. Take your next step and be you, with us! Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.