Senior Software Engineer - Systems Architect & Tech Leader

Cisco Systems, Inc.; Galway; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco's Webex Engineering Group is redefining collaboration and building experiences used by millions of people globally across rooms, desks, pockets, and applications. As a member of our team, you’ll shape the future of hybrid work and deliver scalable software in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

You will lead architecture and design decisions, mentor engineers, and partner with product managers and designers to drive roadmaps while maintaining high standards for quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an analytical subject such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, or Software Engineering.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience, delivering high-quality, production-grade software in complex environments.
• Technical Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading architecture and design discussions, influencing technical direction, and driving alignment across teams.
• Engineering Excellence: Deep programming and system design expertise, with the ability to evaluate trade-offs and make sound technical decisions.
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to lead a structured, scientific, and creative approach to solving complex technical and product challenges.
• Collaboration & Communication: Strong ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to engineers, product partners, and stakeholders at varying levels.
• Quality Focus: A strong commitment to quality, including test strategy definition, code reviews, operational readiness, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and lead the technical direction of end-user features used by millions of people worldwide.
• Own architectural decisions within your domain — defining, evolving, and clearly communicating scalable, maintainable designs aligned with broader platform strategy.
• Break down complex product requirements into clear technical designs and executable work, guiding teams from concept through delivery.
• Act as a technical leader and role model within the team, setting high standards for code quality, testing, reliability, and operational excellence.
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level engineers, supporting their technical growth through pairing, reviews, feedback, and knowledge sharing.
• Partner closely with product managers and designers to influence roadmap decisions, balancing customer value, technical health, and long-term sustainability.
• Listen to the customer and elevate their experience. CSAT, NPS, feedback, and metrics are their voice — drive investigations, identify root causes, and lead impactful improvements.
• Optimise — champion effective use of AI tools across the team to improve productivity, accelerate delivery, and focus effort on the most complex engineering challenges.
• Lead by example — bring curiosity, accountability, and positivity, helping foster a culture of ownership, learning, and collaboration.

Skills

Technical leadership

System design

Software development

Collaboration & communication

Quality focus

AI-assisted development interest

Education

Bachelor’s degree in analytical subject

Tools

Git

DevOps

CI/CD

Job description

Cisco's Webex Engineering Group is redefining collaboration and building experiences used by millions of people globally across rooms, desks, pockets, and applications. As a member of our team, you’ll shape the future of hybrid work and deliver scalable software in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

You will lead architecture and design decisions, mentor engineers, and partner with product managers and designers to drive roadmaps while maintaining high standards for quality,