דרושים Technical Lead Backend Engineering ב-Cisco ב-United States, San Jose

• You will play a critical role in overseeing the software release lifecycle, ensuring that software products are delivered efficiently, on time, and within scope
• This position requires a blend of software development expertise and program management skills to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage the complexities of software releases
• You’ll be the primary contact point between technical teams and stakeholders, providing regular updates on release status, issues, and resolutions.
• As a part of your job, you’ll also work on continuous Improvement: analyzing release processes and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement, and designing and implementing automation processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• BSc/BA in Computer Science or related fields
• Previous experience with software development or QA automation
• Coding skills
• Experience in Jira or other bug-tracking tools

• Experience in release management
• Experience in project management
• Knowledge in Networking
• Experience in System Integration
  
• Experience working within cross-functional team
• Good data analytics skills

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

You will be part of a world class Component Quality and Technology Group and contribute to developing, road mapping and implementing advanced thermal solutions for Cisco’s products. You will Investigate and develop innovative thermal cooling solutions for hardware systems in large scale. You will lead in the development of test plans and qualification requirements to ensure mechanical and manufacturing robustness of thermal cooling solutions (pumps, heat pipes, vapor chambers, heat sinks, cold plates etc.). You will Engage with external vendors including ODM and component vendors on design, test and production. You will Establish parameters for thermal design/testing, correlation of design/test results to model predictions. You will Collaborate with Cisco hardware design teams to develop roadmaps and risk analyses for future thermal solutions for ASIC/IC, Optics, Power and other components and systems. You will partner with several Cisco hardware design teams to improve specifications and qualification procedures.

• BS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
• 8 – 10 years of experience in design, simulation and testing of thermal solutions for electronic devices and systems
• 8+ years of experience in electronic device and system level air cooling technologies
• Experience in mechanical design validation and testing for electronic assemblies
• Knowledge of integrated circuit packaging technologies (BGA, large body size Flip Chip BGA, 2.5D and 3D Packaging)
• Component and system reliability analysis

• 10+ years of relevant industry experience in microelectronics cooling
• Experience in developing liquid cooling solutions for electronic devices and systems.
• Experience with Thermal Interface Material Thermal Conductivity Testing procedures
• Experience with troubleshooting and thermal validation with data acquisition systems, airflow and environmental chambers
• Experience with liquid cooling (cold plates, CDUs, manifolds, piping, characterization, pumps etc.) and high-power air-cooling solutions, such as heat pipes, VCs, and 3D VCs.
• Ability to lead by influence without direct reporting chain and advise executive decision makers
• Self-starter, proven ability to work independently on multiple projects and priorities
• Excellent communication, project management and metrics design skills

• Mentoring and developing engineering talent, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the SONiC Group.
• Providing expert technical guidance on infrastructure, manageability, and distributed systems design and implementation.
• Leading architecture discussions, conducting code reviews, and guiding team members to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Owning project deliverables, managing schedules, and tracking progress to ensure timely execution.
• Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including development, product management, and security.
• Embodying and promoting Cisco’s culture and values as a role model.

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field.
• 10+ years of experience in embedded software development using C, C++, Go, and/or Python.
• 10+ years of experience with Linux or infrastructure software (such as gNMI, in-memory databases).
• 7+ years of experience designing and implementing distributed systems.
• 4+ years of experience in a leadership role within an engineering team.

• Experience with network operating systems in the Linux user space (e.g., SONiC).
• Proficiency with modern development tools such as GIT, Jira, Jenkins, and other CI/CD pipeline tools.
• Familiarity with virtualization and containerization technologies (e.g., KVM/Qemu, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong skills in performance tuning and optimization.

The application window is expected to close on 9/26/25.

However, the job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

This position requires that you work in a hybrid model and you are within commuting distance to the San Francisco, CA and San Jose, CA offices. Days per week in the office are flexible.

As the Business Development Manager - AI Partnerships, you will play a pivotal role in building, maintaining, and advancing Cisco’s presence in the AI ecosystem. You’ll build and maintain strategic partnerships, identify growth opportunities, and align Cisco’s strengths with the needs of the AI landscape. Your work will directly contribute to the development of innovative solutions that address emerging market demands in an evolving space.

• Collaborate with product groups to align AI partnership strategies with Cisco’s core strengths and develop and execute partner support plans for innovation, enablement, marketing, and co-selling.
• Provide insights into emerging AI and market trends, articulate Cisco’s positioning within the ecosystem, and develop creative solutions for localized initiatives.
• Identifying, evaluating and supporting AI-focused partnership opportunities with key players in the industry, including startups, Hyperscalers, semiconductors and ecosystem partners.
• Build and nurture relationships with technical and business partners across the AI ecosystem while working cross-functionally with Cisco’s product, engineering, sales, marketing, and legal teams to ensure successful partnership outcomes.
• Manage all aspects of the program, including governance, business planning, return on investment analysis, and metrics reporting, while identifying areas for enhancement and implementing solutions to accelerate growth.

• 5+ years experience in a Product Management, Technical Marketing or Partnerships role.
• Demonstrated experience in analyzing market data and sales metrics to support strategic decision-making.

• Experience in driving partnerships and leading go-to-market initiatives for dynamic, high-performing companies OR
• Experience in the areas of either cloud infrastructure, semiconductors, or Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning OR
• Experience handling the end-to-end product lifecycle for consumer or enterprise offerings.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills with a strategic approach, demonstrating the ability to influence senior executives and lead solution sales across matrixed teams.
• Experience thriving in an ambiguous, fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to navigate cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
• Demonstrate adaptability and comfort with ambiguity in a rapidly evolving industry while driving strategic business plan development and delivering measured outcomes.
• A passion for AI-driven innovation with a strong interest in the AI landscape, including trends, technologies, and key players, striving to shape the future of technology.
• A broad understanding of Cisco’s products, services, and partner community to accelerate joint sales activities with strategic partners.