Software Engineer | 7+ years| Python | Bangalore

Cisco; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in Gen AI application development with a networking background. You will join the CX Engineering team to deliver software supporting delivery engineers and customers, acting as a trusted advisor to reduce risk and maximize technology value.

Key skills include Python for AI apps, API design, and end-to-end system development with Kubernetes, CRDs, and LLM frameworks like LangChain.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience
• Experience developing generative AI applications
• End-to-end software system design and deployment
• API design and integration with databases (SQL/NoSQL)
• Kubernetes and CRD usage in production
• Experience with LLM frameworks (LangChain) and observability tools (LangSmith)

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality applications powering Cisco's customer-facing platforms
• Own projects from concept to production and support
• Architect, implement and optimize scalable software solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical outcomes

Skills

Python

Generative AI

APIs

SQL

NoSQL

Kubernetes

CRDs

LLM frameworks

LangChain

LangSmith

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

React/Angular

Job description

MEET THE TEAM

Join Cisco's Customer Experience (CX) Engineering team as a Software Engineer specializing in Gen AI Application development with a background in networking. You will be an integral part of the Customer Experience (CX) Engineering team delivering software and technology supporting our delivery engineers and customers. CX are the customer's trusted advisor and expert, helping the customer understand their network, reduce risks, and take advantage of the technology.

MEET THE TEAM

Join Cisco's Customer Experience (CX) Engineering team as a Software Engineer specializing in Gen AI Application development with a background in networking. You will be an integral part of the Customer Experience (CX) Engineering team delivering software and technology supporting our delivery engineers and customers. CX are the customer's trusted advisor and expert, helping the customer understand their network, reduce risks, and take advantage of the technology.

YOUR IMPACT

As a Software Engineer in CX Engineering, you will play a key role in shaping the future of Cisco's customer experience platform. Working with a team of high-performing engineers, you will design and implement solutions that support new business models and address business challenges-directly contributing to Cisco's journey.

• Develop and deliver high-quality applications that power Cisco's customer-facing platforms, enhancing the experience for Cisco's customers.


• Take ownership of projects throughout their entire lifecycle, from initial concept and architecture design to implementation, deployment, and ongoing support.


• Drive continuous improvement by contributing to system architecture decisions, optimizing performance, and ensuring robust, maintainable solutions.


• Partner closely with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions that create tangible value for Cisco's customers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field with 7+ years of experience or a Master's with 5+ years of experience.


• Development experience in Python, with practical experience developing generative AI applications.


• Experience designing, building, deploying, and maintaining end-to‑to‑end software systems-from architecture to production.


• Expertise in building and integrating APIs, as well as designing and managing databases such as SQL and NoSQL.


• Experience using Kubernetes (K8s) and related technologies, including experience with custom resource definitions (CRDs).


• Experience working with large language model (LLM) frameworks (e.g., LangChain) and observability platforms (e.g., LangSmith).

Preferred Qualifications

• Practical experience working with multiple large language models (LLMs), including but not limited to OpenAI, Anthropic, and Mistral.


• Familiarity with modern front‑end web frameworks such as React or Angular.


• Experience integrating with Model Context Protocols and related ecosystem tools.


• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem‑solving skills, especially for diagnosing complex, system‑level issues.

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.