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Cisco Technical Product Owner United States, North Carolina, Cary
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In this dual-capacity role, you will not only define and drive the product vision but also manage programs and execution at scale — coordinating across multiple teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful enterprise adoption. This position requires a balance of technical expertise, leadership, product ownership, and program management skills.
Product Ownership
· Own and communicate the product vision and roadmap for AI Assistant tools, ensuring alignment with organizational and business goals.
· Define and prioritize the product backlog to maximize developer productivity and business outcomes.
· Collaborate with engineering teams to translate product features into technical requirements and ensure feasibility.
· Drive integrations of AI assistants with enterprise development environments, CI/CD pipelines, and security frameworks.
· Continuously assess tool performance, adoption, and ROI; iterate on features and workflows.
· Responsible for Leadership readouts across the enterprise.
Program Management
· Manage program-level execution across multiple teams, ensuring timely delivery of features and adoption milestones.
· Coordinate across engineering, operations, business units, and executive stakeholders to align priorities and dependencies.
· Partner with vendors (e.g., OpenAI, GitHub, Cursor, Windsurf) to manage licensing, contracts, escalations, and roadmap alignment.
· Track KPIs and success metrics; provide regular status reports and executive-level updates on adoption, usage, and outcomes.
· Identify risks, dependencies, and organizational blockers; implement mitigation strategies.
· Drive change management and communication plans to ensure smooth adoption across global teams.
· Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and governance requirements during AI adoption.
Required Skills & Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
· 7–10 years of experience in technical product or program management, with at least 3 years as a product owner in a technical environment.
· Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and experience in backlog management.
· Proven track record in program management — managing cross-functional initiatives, vendors, and large-scale rollouts.
· Experience with AI/ML-based developer productivity tools (e.g., Copilot, Cursor, Windsurf) or similar intelligent assistants.
· Familiarity with software development lifecycles (SDLC), CI/CD pipelines, APIs, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders.
· Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.
Desired Skills & Qualifications
· Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), SAFe Product Owner/Manager (POPM), PMP, or equivalent certifications.
· Experience with developer workflow tools (e.g., GitHub, GitLab, VS Code, JetBrains IDEs).
· Familiarity with LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI-assisted development paradigms.
· Knowledge of compliance, governance, and privacy requirements for enterprise AI adoption.
· Experience leading distributed, global teams and managing large-scale vendor engagements.
Key Competencies
· Strategic Thinking – Ability to evaluate long-term enterprise adoption strategies while balancing near-term delivery.
· Leadership & Influence – Inspire, align, and guide cross-functional teams and stakeholders toward shared outcomes.
· Execution Excellence – Skilled at delivering large-scale initiatives on time, within scope, and with measurable impact.
· Problem Solving – Adept at resolving technical, operational, and organizational challenges effectively.
· Customer-Centric Mindset – Passion for enabling developers to be more productive and innovative through AI tools.
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Cisco Software Developer United States, North Carolina, Cary
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- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- 5+ years’ experience as a Data Analyst/Engineer in an application engineering or software development environment.
- Proficient in the use of business analysis tools and methodologies.
- Experience with managing GCP, AWS based cloud data architecture
- Experience with Prism Analytics solution along with experience with data modeling and datawarehouse concepts.
- Experience with Agile and/or Scrum methodologies.
- Experience with HR Domain
- Proficiency in Workday ecosystem
- GCP/AWS Certified professional
- Experience with GenAI augmented data analysis
- Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC).
- Knowledge of project management tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Superb communication and interpersonal skills.
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Cisco Software Engineer United States, North Carolina, Cary
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You will be part of the Spitfire Interface and Bundles Software Development Team, which is responsible for delivering high-quality solutions on Cisco 8000 routers through multi-threaded code in C. Your team is tasked with developing the software that operates these routers, covering a variety of Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing protocols, multicast, and more. You won’t be directly customer facing but you will work on solutions that are used by companies such as Google, Facebook, and Comcast. You will gather software requirements and collaborate with other software and hardware teams to design, architect, and complete the vital work. Your contributions will be essential in ensuring the delivery of innovative and outstanding solutions in the networking domain for large companies who are building out their network infrastructure to handle innovations in AI.
Your Impact- Develop and enhance multi-threaded applications in C, effectively assisting in managing millions of lines of code to design and implement critical features with minimal supervision.
- Ensure code health and reliability by designing and automating robust testing frameworks using Python, improving quality and efficiency.
- Leveraging technical expertise and collaborating across a multi-functional organization to identify and resolve complex issues, driving successful project outcomes.
You will be part of a diverse team responsible for delivering innovative outstanding high-quality solutions on Cisco8000 involving cutting edge newer generation Silicon One ASICS. You will be part of the team developing SDK and/or Control plane for networking protocols.
This position is focused on embedded SW with significant SW/HW interactions. The solutions will involve Device Drivers and Network Processors’ knowledge. Experience with memory architecture and access optimization will be useful.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelors + 5 years of related experience, or Masters + 3 years of related experience, or PhD + 0 years of related experience.
- 3+ years software development experience
- 3+ years of C programming experience
- L2/L3 understanding
- Python experience
- GBD experience or similar debugging tools
- Linux experience
- Experience crafting and implementing solutions within complex software systems
- Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
- Independent and proactive with an ability to influence others
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Cisco Solution Architect United States, North Carolina, Cary
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As a Solution Architect, you will develop scalable futuristic solutions and system architecture to address new business models and business challenges and help drive digital transformation. You will collaborate on multi-functional projects to identify areas for improvement. You will analyze internal processes, data, and problems and identify benefits from enabling new capabilities by using unique & emerging digital and cloud technologies.
- Develop and implement solutions for complex problems in collaboration with product managers, UI/UX specialists, software engineers, and global delivery teams to drive project releases and sprint goals.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with IT teams and business partners to design and deliver coordinated digital experiences and robust solution architectures for Commerce Configure, Price, Quote, and Ordering processes.
- Identify gaps and challenges in offer configuration, translate them into strategic transformation roadmaps, and orchestrate end-to-end solutions aligned with business needs.
- Act as a strategic consultant and partner to business and commerce teams, understanding their processes and enabling desired business outcomes through multiple strategic programs.
- Manage communication and coordination among partners, conduct solution reviews, user demos, functional testing, and support engineering teams in building and implementing capabilities.
- Over 15 years of IT experience with a degree in computer science or related field.
- Solutions architecture for large scale enterprise applications
- Skilled in requirements tracking, backlog grooming, prioritization, and agile project methodologies in a multi-partner environment.
- Solid understanding of SaaS and HaaS business models and experience working in Agile Scrum environments.
- Extensive Data analysis skills/expertise
- Familiarity with MongoDB and Oracle.
- Basic understanding of Commerce Platforms
- Familiarity with any CPQ platform
- Business analysis certifications is a plus
- Outstanding analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Self-starter who can work both independently and multi-functionally
- Experience is working in fast paced
- Proficient in writing detailed user stories, with good presentation, communication, and basic data analysis skills;
Why Cisco At Cisco, each person brings their unique talents to work as a team and make a difference. Yes, our technology changes the way the world works, lives, plays, and learns, but our edge comes from our people.
- We connect everything - people, process, data, and things - and we use those connections to change our world for the better.
- We innovate everywhere - From launching a new era of networking that adapts, learns, and protects, to building Cisco Services that accelerate businesses and business results. Our technology powers entertainment, retail, healthcare, education and more - from Smart Cities to your everyday devices.
- We benefit everyone - We do all of this while striving for a culture that empowers every person to be the difference, at work and in our communities. Colorful hair? Don't care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That's cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Be you, with us! #WeAreCisco
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Cisco Technical Leader United States, North Carolina, Cary
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- Bachelors + 8 years of related experience, or Masters + 6 years of experience in Engineering, or related field.
- 4+ years experience in Python programming .
- Experience with web services development using Django Framework .
- Hands-on experience with Linux-based systems .
- Knowledge of security compliance standards , such as FedRAMP , SOC2 , or PCI (added advantage).
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills .
- Familiarity with AWS and Azure cloud developmentExcellent communication and documentation skills .
- Experience in working with agile methodologies and fast-paced environments.
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Cisco Hardware Engineer United States, North Carolina, Cary
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- Responsibilities are focused on the development and deployment of hardware and firmware-based security technologies that improve the trustworthiness of Cisco products.
- This is a multifaceted role including development activities within the Hardware & Firmware Security Team, applications engineering activities serving the product teams that are deploying security technologies, assessment of system architectures and components for security capabilities and/or vulnerabilities, and education to increase the security awareness of others.
- The successful candidate will need to be comfortable working in an environment with many concurrent activities and be able to prioritize and manage concurrent tasks.
- Since security threats are dynamic and constantly evolving, the role will also require ongoing education to improve security knowledge and awareness, investigation of new security threats and technologies to address them, as well as evaluation of security solutions.
- Designing, developing, documenting, and testing hardware or combined hardware and firmware-based security technologies on CPU evaluation platforms and Cisco products.
- Assisting internal product teams deploying hardware and software security technologies.
- Developing documentation, proof of concepts, reference code, and scripts to facilitate adoption and verification of security technologies.
- Participating in, and contributing to, hardware architecture, design, specifications, and HDL code reviews.
- B.S./M.S. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
- Experience with FPGA design and/or verification, using Verilog Hardware Description Language
- Experience with embedded CPU systems along with hardware debug and test in a lab environment
- Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with board level bring-up using hardware debug tools and lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and evaluation boards)
- Experience with x86 and ARM CPUs and boot architecture / bootstrap code
- Scripting language experience for automation using Python or Linux shell scripts
- Experience with security related design principles, methods, and architecture
- Experience with Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC) standards, algorithms, and encryption techniques, with implementation experience in embedded products.
- Familiarity with CNSA1.0 and 2.0 standards, especially LMS/XMSS or ML-DSA.
- Ability to apply malware forensic analysis techniques and concepts to ensure advanced trustworthy product security features.
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Cisco Principal Corporate Counsel United States, North Carolina, Cary
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Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Your ImpactThis is an exciting opportunity to join the Cisco Product Legal team directly supporting the Splunk Business Unit. We are seeking a great teammate, excited to join a highly collaborative and collegial product counsel team, and eager to dive into a wide variety of work to help drive the business forward. We’re looking for a curious, motivated self-starter who can:
- Develop an understanding of Splunk’s observability products and the unique, relevant legal challenges specific to those products.
- Cultivate close working relationships with the sales, engineering, product management, business development, operations, finance, and legal teams bringing our products to market.
- Partner closely with legal teams supporting both supply chain and sales to negotiate complex commercial agreements with suppliers, partners, and customers.
- Provide tactical guidance to product management and engineering teams on new and existing services, products, and features throughout the entire product lifecycle.
- Provide expertise on privacy and data protection issues on a global basis.
- Be adept at making sound legal judgments quickly to facilitate agile business execution.
- Manage legal requests from multiple internal clients, while prioritizing key transactions.
- Respond promptly and professionally to requests from internal clients.
- Break down complex legal and product issues and communicate them clearly and effectively in plain English.
- Assist in the continuous improvement of standard form agreements and legal playbooks.
- Be a great teammate, willing to pitch in and assist wherever needed.
- Perform other legal and business-related duties as needed to support the success of the Splunk business.
- Bar membership in a U.S. jurisdiction, with good standing and at least 7 years of legal experience.
- Experience (minimum of 3 years) in in-house legal roles, with a demonstrated track record of advising senior leadership in product and engineering.
- Extensive experience advising on product development, engineering innovation, and go-to-market strategies, including practical, business oriented legal guidance throughout the product lifecycle.
- Strong expertise in intellectual property, advanced software licensing frameworks, and evolving data protection laws, with experience advising on their application in complex technical environments.
- Strong leadership abilities, with a proven capability to drive cross-functional collaboration, mentor team members, and contribute to fostering a high-performing and inclusive team culture.
- Demonstrated mastery in technology transactions, including drafting, negotiating, and closing complex commercial agreements such as SaaS contracts, enterprise licensing deals, and global data processing agreements.
- Advanced knowledge of and practical expertise with global privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) and their implications for technology businesses, including experience developing compliance strategies for emerging technologies.
- Proven track record of delivering results in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment, with the ability to simultaneously lead multiple high-priority projects to successful completion.
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In this dual-capacity role, you will not only define and drive the product vision but also manage programs and execution at scale — coordinating across multiple teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful enterprise adoption. This position requires a balance of technical expertise, leadership, product ownership, and program management skills.
Product Ownership
· Own and communicate the product vision and roadmap for AI Assistant tools, ensuring alignment with organizational and business goals.
· Define and prioritize the product backlog to maximize developer productivity and business outcomes.
· Collaborate with engineering teams to translate product features into technical requirements and ensure feasibility.
· Drive integrations of AI assistants with enterprise development environments, CI/CD pipelines, and security frameworks.
· Continuously assess tool performance, adoption, and ROI; iterate on features and workflows.
· Responsible for Leadership readouts across the enterprise.
Program Management
· Manage program-level execution across multiple teams, ensuring timely delivery of features and adoption milestones.
· Coordinate across engineering, operations, business units, and executive stakeholders to align priorities and dependencies.
· Partner with vendors (e.g., OpenAI, GitHub, Cursor, Windsurf) to manage licensing, contracts, escalations, and roadmap alignment.
· Track KPIs and success metrics; provide regular status reports and executive-level updates on adoption, usage, and outcomes.
· Identify risks, dependencies, and organizational blockers; implement mitigation strategies.
· Drive change management and communication plans to ensure smooth adoption across global teams.
· Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and governance requirements during AI adoption.
Required Skills & Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
· 7–10 years of experience in technical product or program management, with at least 3 years as a product owner in a technical environment.
· Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and experience in backlog management.
· Proven track record in program management — managing cross-functional initiatives, vendors, and large-scale rollouts.
· Experience with AI/ML-based developer productivity tools (e.g., Copilot, Cursor, Windsurf) or similar intelligent assistants.
· Familiarity with software development lifecycles (SDLC), CI/CD pipelines, APIs, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders.
· Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.
Desired Skills & Qualifications
· Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), SAFe Product Owner/Manager (POPM), PMP, or equivalent certifications.
· Experience with developer workflow tools (e.g., GitHub, GitLab, VS Code, JetBrains IDEs).
· Familiarity with LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI-assisted development paradigms.
· Knowledge of compliance, governance, and privacy requirements for enterprise AI adoption.
· Experience leading distributed, global teams and managing large-scale vendor engagements.
Key Competencies
· Strategic Thinking – Ability to evaluate long-term enterprise adoption strategies while balancing near-term delivery.
· Leadership & Influence – Inspire, align, and guide cross-functional teams and stakeholders toward shared outcomes.
· Execution Excellence – Skilled at delivering large-scale initiatives on time, within scope, and with measurable impact.
· Problem Solving – Adept at resolving technical, operational, and organizational challenges effectively.
· Customer-Centric Mindset – Passion for enabling developers to be more productive and innovative through AI tools.
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