Embedded Systems Engineer: Low-Level Firmware & Networking

Cisco Systems, Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco is seeking an early‑career software engineer to contribute to low‑level programming and hardware‑software integration in a San Jose, CA environment. You will engage with networking stacks, operating systems, and security infrastructure while delivering robust software solutions.

You should have strong C skills, embedded Linux familiarity, and hands‑on scripting experience with Python or Bash, plus CI/CD tooling. This role emphasizes collaboration and disciplined development practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proficiency in C programming and embedded Linux fundamentals.
• Working knowledge of core networking principles and routing concepts.
• Experience with automation scripts (Python or Bash) and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
• Understanding of DevSecOps practices within software workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software for hardware-software integration.
• Enhance network performance and security across Cisco platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

C programming

Embedded Linux

Python

Bash

Networking fundamentals

CI/CD basics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's / Apprenticeship / Boot camp / Certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Job description

Cisco is seeking an early‑career software engineer to contribute to low‑level programming and hardware‑software integration in a San Jose, CA environment. You will engage with networking stacks, operating systems, and security infrastructure while delivering robust software solutions.

You should have strong C skills, embedded Linux familiarity, and hands‑on scripting experience with Python or Bash, plus CI/CD tooling. This role emphasizes collaboration and disciplined development practices.