Networking Tech Lead: L2/L3 Forwarding Architect

Cisco Systems, Inc; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 214,000 - 356,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Tech Lead to drive software development for high-performance Nexus-based datacenter solutions. You will partner with design and product teams to deliver user-centric, secure, and scalable code and documentation.

The role emphasizes leadership, architecture, and cross-team collaboration across global engineering groups. The position requires deep knowledge of networking, C/C++, and Linux, plus experience with VXLAN, Python automation, and scalable infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree + 12 years of related experience, or Master's + 8 years, or PhD + 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Recognized as an expert within Cisco.
• Leads major projects influencing a region or function.
• Develops and delivers innovative strategies benefiting customers.
• Builds and maintains long-term relationships with key customers.
• Translates strategic vision into technical priorities for engineering teams.
• Leads lifecycle and agile engineering strategies across teams.

Skills

C/C++

Linux

Networking

Feature development

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

VXLAN

Python

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Tech Lead to drive software development for high-performance Nexus-based datacenter solutions. You will partner with design and product teams to deliver user-centric, secure, and scalable code and documentation.

The role emphasizes leadership, architecture, and cross-team collaboration across global engineering groups. The position requires deep knowledge of networking, C/C++, and Linux, plus experience with VXLAN, Python automation, and scalable infrastructure.