Senior Network Platform Security Engineer

EngRadar; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for Network Platform Security. You will design, develop, and test software for high-impact networking platforms and distributed systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet demanding product requirements.

Join a fast-paced, global engineering environment that emphasizes automation, rapid troubleshooting, and production support while leveraging AI-assisted development tools to advance large-scale security solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of related experience, or higher degrees with at least 1 year.
• Proficient in C/C++ and Python programming.
• Experience with Linux kernel driver development.
• Experience with Linux systems, networking fundamentals, OS concepts, and container-based apps.
• Experience using modern AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor, Codex, Claude Code, or Devin.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software for high-impact networking platforms and distributed systems.
• Collaborate with system architects and engineering teams to design scalable solutions that meet product requirements.
• Build systems and applications using modern development practices and open-source technologies.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of complex software projects with an automation-first mindset.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize distributed systems to improve performance and reliability.
• Support production environments and participate in resolving real-world operational challenges.
• Work closely with geographically distributed engineering teams in a collaborative environment.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Linux kernel development

Networking fundamentals

AI-assisted development tools

Education

Bachelor's degree +7 years

Tools

Cursor

Codex

Claude Code

Devin

Job description

Cisco in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for Network Platform Security. You will design, develop, and test software for high-impact networking platforms and distributed systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet demanding product requirements.

Join a fast-paced, global engineering environment that emphasizes automation, rapid troubleshooting, and production support while leveraging AI-assisted development tools to advance large-scale security solutions.