Embedded Systems Engineer: Low-Level Networking & Firmware

Cisco Systems, Inc

San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching contributions

Paid parental leave

Short and long-term disability

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a hands-on engineer skilled in low-level programming and networking to contribute to operating systems, firmware, and networking stacks. You will work in hardware-software integration and automation, contributing to secure, scalable Cisco products.

The role emphasizes embedded Linux, C programming, and CI/CD practices, with collaboration across teams and a focus on reliability and performance.

Qualifications

Qualifying education and work experience should be in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
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.