Technical Leader - C/C++, Device Driver, Kernel, Multithreading, Embedded Systems - 10 to 13 ye[...]

123 Cisco Systems (India) Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

123 Cisco Systems (India) Private Limited is seeking experienced software engineers to join their Diagnostic/BSP team. The role focuses on software for Cisco’s core and edge routing products, requiring strong C, C++, and Python skills.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field and extensive experience in software development and embedded systems. This position offers an opportunity to innovate and collaborate within a dynamic team environment in Bengaluru, Karnataka.

Qualifications

• 15+ years experience for Bachelor's degree holders or 12+ years for Master's degree holders.
• Current experience in C, C++, and Python programming for embedded systems.
• Prior experience in hardware and device driver development.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop BIOS, BSP, and diagnostics for products.
• Design, develop, and test device drivers for networking peripherals.
• Collaborate with teams to debug prototypes and validate software.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Python programming

Embedded systems

Device driver development

Hardware debugging

Linux hardware bring-up

Multi-threading

State machine implementation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

GDB

KGDB

Job description

Meet the Team The Common Hardware Group (CHG) at Cisco is seeking skilled software engineers to join our Diagnostic/BSP team, responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of our world‑class hardware. Our team develops software for Cisco’s network switches and routers, which feature advanced application awareness to build a flexible and agile network infrastructure. These capabilities support multi‑layered responses to the diverse workload demands of AI and ML. This is a unique opportunity to grow your technical skill set and gain visibility and recognition across cross‑functional teams within Cisco. We value motivated individuals who enjoy solving complex challenges and thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment.

Your Impact

• Architect and develop BIOS, BSP, and diagnostics for Cisco's Core and Edge routing products.
• Design, develop, and test device drivers for FPGA and high‑speed networking peripherals.
• Develop and execute software test plans.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to debug prototypes and validate software.
• Innovate and drive unique software, hardware, and technology solutions with a global impact on Cisco's product portfolio.
• Utilize deep technical expertise for complex consultations and act as an expert both internally and externally.
• Shape technology and industry trends to enable a competitive advantage and ensure long‑term business impact.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 15+ years experience, or Master’s degree with 12+ years experience.
• Current experience in C, C++, and Python programming for embedded systems.
• Prior experience in hardware and device driver development, including Linux hardware bring‑up, multi‑threading, event handling, and state machine implementation.
• Prior experience with Sonic, ONIE, BMC, IPMI, and/or Redfish technologies.
• Prior experience developing, debugging, and validating embedded systems using protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, GPIO.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in kernel debugging tools such as GDB and KGDB.
• Experience leading board bring‑up, validation, and debugging of embedded systems.
• Ability to develop software from concept through delivery for large‑scale, high‑bandwidth systems.
• Prior experience with troubleshooting skills for software defects from kernel modules to applications.
• Prior experience in collaborative system design, specification writing, and requirements review.
• AI/ML experience and knowledge of Layer 2/3 network protocols, network processors, optical networking, secure‑boot, open‑source tools, CMIS, and SFF standards (SFP, QSFP).