Cisco

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), Hybrid, RTP, NC

Cisco$137K — $200K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 7 years of experience in Software Development Engineering in Test or Master’s with 4 years or PhD with 1 year of related experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in Automation/Development.
  • Proficient in programming languages like Ruby, Python, C, C++, Golang, and AI coding tools.
  • Deep understanding of SDWAN, Security, and networking concepts (Layer-2 and Layer-3).
  • Familiarity with traffic generators like TRex, Linux Tools, Spirent, IXIA, with a capacity to explore new testing tools.

Responsibilities

  • Develop comprehensive understanding of Cisco Meraki MX use cases.
  • Collaborate with Product Managers and developers on QA representation in discussions.
  • Create and execute test strategies and report results for quality assurance.
  • Build and maintain automation scripts for CI/CD and improve regression tests.
  • Drive innovation by implementing AI-driven ideas into feature development.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model based in RTP, NC.
  • Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology with AI.
  • Engaging in collaborative work with product and development teams.
  • Access to continuous learning and ramping up new technologies.
  • Chance to impact feature quality through innovation and automation.
Full Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 08/04/2026
Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

This is a hybrid role at the RTP, NC office.

Your Impact
  • Develop a strong understanding of Cisco Meraki MX use cases and workflows in customer environments.
  • Collaborate with Product Managers and development teams to represent QA in requirements and design discussions.
  • Create and execute test strategies, reporting results and metrics to ensure feature quality.
  • Build and maintain automation scripts to support CI/CD and improve regression test coverage.
  • Drive innovation by applying AI-driven ideas and contributing to feature development with a Test Driven Development approach.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree, combined with 7 years of related experience in Software Development Engineering in Test, or in routing or SD-WAN domains, or Master's Degree of Science Degree in Computer Science, combined with 4 years of related experience or PhD, combined with 1 year of related experience.
  • 3+ years of Automation/Development experience.
  • Proficiency in writing quality feature development code with one of the programming languages such as: Ruby, Python, C, C++, Golang and hands-on experience with AI coding tools and Gen-AI prompting techniques.
  • In-depth knowledge of SDWAN, Security, Layer-2(VLAN/802.1Q), and Layer-3 (BGP/IP/OSPF/VPN/IPSec/NAT) and are at ease to ramp up quickly on new technologies and concepts.
  • Good understanding of traffic generators such as TRex, Linux Tools, Spirent, IXIA, etc and ability to explore tools and techniques to improvise testing.

Preferred Qualifications
  • AI usage day-in and day-out.
  • Feature bug fixing with better quality in Firmware or Backend or UI.
  • The ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to peers and management.
  • Research of applications and Framework experience - Obtained patent(s), Published Whitepaper / Yellow paper on embedded solutions.
  • Experience with developing frameworks for CI/CD pipelines.
  • Working experience with Cisco Meraki and/or Cisco Catalyst Devices


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