Leader, Software Engineering

Overview

Leader for Software Engineering in Cisco’s Data Center Networking (DCN) Engineering group, focused on NX-OS and Nexus 9000 platform software and AI/ML integration.

What you'll do

• Lead cross-functional initiatives to define and implement unified NX-OS based software solutions for Nexus 9000 platforms.
• Drive clarity in ambiguous technical environments by turning complex challenges into actionable plans.
• Partner with Tech Leads to shape pragmatic, high-quality architectural decisions for platform software delivery.
• Champion AI/ML integration into the platform workflow.
• Mentor engineers, manage career development, and build a high-performance engineering culture.
• Translate requirements with Product, Quality, Nexus dashboard, and related engineering teams into technical strategies.
• Synthesize platform updates into clear communications for senior leadership.

What you'll need

• 10+ years of software engineering experience.
• At least 2+ years leading engineering teams in a formal engineering leadership/management role.
• Hands-on embedded systems control and data plane experience, including L2/L3 networking and VXLAN-based EVPN fabrics.
• Development experience using C/C++ on a Linux-based OS for networking switches/routers.
• Hands-on experience building and integrating AI/ML solutions into software workflows.
• Ability to lead and deliver 2–3 complex initiatives concurrently in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical field.

Details

• Location: Bangalore, India.