Senior Software Engineer (Configuration as Code)

Cisco Systems, Inc.; Galway; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. in Galway is seeking a dedicated professional to lead the development of Kubernetes-based microservices. You will drive operational excellence while adapting to new technologies in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate has over 7 years of software development experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a focus on quality. We welcome applications from those interested in contributing to innovative technologies.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software development.
• Extensive architecture and programming experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of microservices configurations using Kubernetes.
• Drive operational excellence using GitOps principles.
• Implement AI-assisted tools to optimize configuration-as-code.

Skills

Kubernetes

Microservices

GitOps

Problem Solving

DevOps

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Helm

Argo CD

HashiCorp Vault

Prometheus

Grafana

Job description

Meet the Team

Cisco's Webex 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 Galway. We operate a hybrid working model.

Your Impact

• Full Lifecycle Development: Lead the design, codification, testing, and delivery of Kubernetes-based microservices configurations (Deployments, Services, Ingress, ConfigMaps) using Kubernetes, Helm. Build reusable base configs with environment overlays and enable safe promotion across dev, staging, and production.
• DevOps & Microservices: Drive operational excellence in a GitOps model using Argo CD. Implement progressive delivery (canary releases, validation gates), codify autoscaling and resiliency, and manage secure secrets via HashiCorp Vault and Kubernetes Secrets.
• Embrace AI technology: Use AI-assisted tools to accelerate development, validation, and optimization of configuration‑as‑code, improving delivery speed and reducing deployment risk.
• Adaptable & Problem‑Solver: Address complex challenges across configuration, policy, observability, and data services. Apply a data‑driven approach using Prometheus and Grafana to improve reliability and performance.
• Ownership & Quality: Own end‑to‑end configuration quality, enforcing governance with Open Policy Agent. Ensure secure, compliant deployments and full reproducibility, including backup, restore, and disaster recovery.
• Support & Growth: Advance a self‑service platform using Backstage and Argo CD, enabling teams to deploy via declarative configs while promoting best practices and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3rd Level Qualification: Bachelor's or higher degree in an analytical subject (e.g., Computer Science, Electronic/Software Engineering).
• Work experience: 7+ Years Demonstrated experience in software development.
• Coding Aptitude: Extensive architecture and programming experience and the willingness to learn new technologies quickly.
• Problem Solver: Ability to apply and lead a scientific approach and creative skills to complex problems.
• Adaptable & Collaborative: Flexible, thrives in diverse team environments, and communicates clearly and precisely.
• Quality Focus: Strong attention to detail and a commitment to continuous learning and quality results.

Preferred Qualifications

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

• Strong Kubernetes + microservices experience
• Hands‑on with Helm or Kustomize
• Experience with GitOps (e.g., Argo CD)
• Knowledge of secrets management (e.g., HashiCorp Vault)
• Experience with observability (metrics/logs/tracing)
• Familiarity with policy enforcement via Open Policy Agent