Software Engineering Technical Leader- Nexus HyperFabric - SaaS Backend Software Development

Who We Are

The SaaS Engineering organization within the Cisco Networking Group is committed to revolutionizing the deployment of generative AI applications.

Our mission is to improve IT visibility and deliver comprehensive analytics for the AI infrastructure stack. By using ground breaking technologies, we are developing next-generation SaaS-based controllers designed to efficiently manage Data Centers with AI / ML solutions.

Who You Are

You are a technical leader with a background in end-to-end application development, from user interface to cloud services and backend data management.

Skilled in programming languages such as Go, Python, C / C++, and Java, you have experience deploying backend frameworks in Cloud environments.

Your expertise includes facilitating design discussions, presenting architectural strategies to diverse teams, and driving convergence to align organizational objectives.

In this role, you will leverage your skills to influence the creation of next-generation SaaS-based controllers for Data Center and AI / ML network infrastructure.

What You'll Do :

Cisco is seeking a Technical Leader to spearhead the development of backend software for a cutting-edge cloud service within Cisco Networking Engineering.

This role is pivotal in simplifying the deployment of generative AI applications, enhancing IT visibility, and providing comprehensive analytics for the AI infrastructure stack.

As a Technical Leader, you will be entrusted with the following key responsibilities :

• Architect and develop backend features, from requirement analysis and scoping to design execution and deployment in a CI-CD cloud service pipeline.
• Define the technical roadmap and backend services in collaboration with product management to meet market and customer requirements.
• Coordinate with stakeholders across AI, Data Center Networking, and Security within Cisco to deliver integrated and secure solutions.
• Advocate for microservices architecture to enhance the scalability and maintainability of the cloud service.
• Work with a team of engineers in backend development practices, driving innovation and technical excellence.
• Integrate user experience design, user interface software, backend services, site operations, automation, and DevOps for a high-quality service delivery.
• As service owner, own the success of services offering to the customers with focus on availability, security, and user experience.
• In this role, you will play a crucial part in advancing Cisco's SaaS capabilities, utilizing your technical expertise, and contributing to the company's strategic goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant development experience in Go, Python C / C++, Java, and using opensource software
• Experience in data structures, algorithms, and software design
• Experience with microservices software architecture
• Experience working with networking and virtualization technologies, TCP / IP, HTTP / HTTPS, Linux, Virtual Machine, etc.
• Previous experience building and deploying SaaS solutions on AWS or Azure

Preferred Qualifications

• The ability to think creatively and are self-motivated
• Analytical and debugging skills
• Problem solving and trouble shooting skills
• Have excellent communication skills - verbal and written
• Bachelors, Master's or PhD in a related field

Why Cisco?

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