Embedded Systems Engineer - C, Linux, Networking

Cisco Systems, Inc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 44,000 - 185,000; Part time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc is seeking a motivated undergraduate student for a co-op role in North Carolina. You will work on low-level programming, embedded Linux, and networking stacks, contributing to hardware-software integration and security across Cisco core products.

The role emphasizes collaboration, process discipline, and delivering high-quality solutions. You will gain hands-on experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins and GitHub Actions, and exposure to DevSecOps practices within Cisco's

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program (Associate's or Bachelor's) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field, with the expectation to continue enrollment following completion of the co‑op work term.
• Proficiency in C programming and experience working in embedded Linux environments, including a solid understanding of operating system fundamentals.
• Working knowledge of core networking principles, routing protocols, and general network architecture concepts.
• Hands‑on experience developing automation scripts (e.g., Python or Bash), utilizing CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions), and applying DevSecOps practices within software workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software and tools for Cisco core products, including embedded systems and networking stacks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure hardware-software integration, security, and performance.
• Follow DevSecOps practices and established CI/CD workflows to deliver high-quality software.

Skills

C programming

Networking principles

Automation scripting (Python, Bash)

CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub)

DevSecOps practices

Operating systems fundamentals

Education

Undergraduate in CS/CE/EE or related (Assoc/Bachelor)

Tools

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc is seeking a motivated undergraduate student for a co-op role in North Carolina. You will work on low-level programming, embedded Linux, and networking stacks, contributing to hardware-software integration and security across Cisco core products.

The role emphasizes collaboration, process discipline, and delivering high-quality solutions. You will gain hands-on experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins and GitHub Actions, and exposure to DevSecOps practices within Cisco's