Software Engineer

Cisco Systems, Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is looking for a Software Engineer to join its Webex Real-time Media Engineering Group in Greater London. This role involves full lifecycle development in an agile environment, managing microservices, and utilizing AI tools for productivity. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of programming experience in C++, be familiar with Linux, and possess skills in Docker. Cisco offers mentorship and training in a hybrid working model, collaborating in the office three times a week.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional programming experience in C++.
• Experience using Linux and developing software running on Linux.
• Understanding of virtualisation and containerisation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Work in an agile team to design, develop, test, and deliver new features.
• Help manage the operational side of the microservice architecture.
• Take responsibility for building new functionality and developing automated tests.

Skills

C++

Linux development

Docker

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Maths, or Physics

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Software Engineer

Webex Real-time Media Engineering Group

Meet the Team

Cisco's Webex Real-time Media Engineering Group is redefining the future of collaboration. We're building a world where people connect effortlessly to enjoy modern, uncompromised collaboration across every room, desk, pocket, and application.

Our technology powers industry-leading products like Webex Meetings, Webex Calling, and Webex Contact Center. As a member of our team, your work will ensure every user gets a truly immersive experience regardless of device or location, empowering the hybrid working patterns of the future.

Our team is based in one of our central London offices, near Liverpool Street station. We operate a hybrid working model, meeting to collaborate in the office three times a week.

Your Impact

• Full Lifecycle Development: Work in an agile team to design, develop, test, and deliver new features and improvements to our products.

• DevOps & Microservices: Be trained on and help manage the operational side of our highly available microservice architecture, including being part of an on-call rotation.

• Adaptable & Problem-Solver: Tackle varied and challenging problems daily, showing flexibility, a data-driven focus on quality, and an ability to learn new skills quickly.

• Ownership & Quality: Take responsibility for tasks, from building new functionality to developing automated tests and investigating issues, all with a level of high attention to detail.

• AI: Use a variety of AI tools in your daily workflow for enhanced productivity; contribute to Cisco’s growth by using and applying AI in new scenarios and opportunities.

• Support & Growth: Receive dedicated mentorship and formal training from a supportive team of fellow engineers to help you get up to speed and grow your skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Analytical Degree: Bachelor's or higher degree in an analytical subject (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Maths, Physics).

• Coding Aptitude: 3+ years of professional programming experience in C++ and the willingness to learn new languages quickly.

• Experience with Linux development: Experience with using Linux and developing software running on Linux.

• Experience with virtualisation and containers: An understanding of virtual machines and containerisation technologies, and experience with Docker.

Preferred Qualifications:

Any of the following skills would be particularly advantageous, but we welcome applications without these:

• Familiarity with Kubernetes

• Familiarity with Windows development

• Experience with data science / AI

• Knowledge of networks and networking protocols (such as TCP/IP and HTTP)

• Exposure to cryptography

• Familiarity with audio and video coding, processing techniques, and technologies (such as Opus or H.264)

• Familiarity with Git, DevOps, continuous integration, continuous delivery