Meet the Team
We are building firmware, SDK, simulator, and compiler for Cisco Silicon One™ architecture and work in the development of pioneering technology.
The Architecture and Infrastructure Team is responsible for build systems written in Makefile and Bazel, and provides compilers and tools/library support for the SDK. The team is in charge for architectural refactoring of the SDK.
This is an opportunity to work with worldwide distributed Cisco R&D centers and learn from the best engineers in the field.
We are looking for people who are in love with technology and engineering to help us push the limits of what is possible through innovation, determination, and teamwork.
Your Impact
- You will work on advanced Makefile and Bazel based build mechanisms. Support for cross-compilation, different compilers, and different Linux environments.
- Actively work on architectural redesign of the SDK.
- Collaborate with other SDK development teams; closely cooperate with the teams in charge of release, QA, and CI/CD.
- The result of your work will be integrated into the products of world-leading companies and will have a worldwide impact.
Minimum Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in C++ development on Linux
- Good knowledge of C++ (preferably C++11 or newer)
- Experience with system architecture and design
- Experience with at least one of Linux build systems (Makefile, CMake, Bazel…)
- Academic education in computer technology (finished BSc/MSc studies) or academic education in a related field with relevant experience
- Fluency in spoken and written English
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in cross compilation, compiler/toolchain support
- Experience in Python or some other script language
- Experience with Jenkins, Docker, test automation
- Familiarity with the concept of unit testing
- Good problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills
- High level of work autonomy and sense of responsibility
Why Cisco?
At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
