Cisco

Site Reliability Engineering Technical Leader (Remote)

Cisco$149K — $218K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Engineering or Technology with 10+ years in scalable networking solutions for AI/ML and HPC.
  • Strong expertise in Cisco Data Center Networking technologies and ACI networks.
  • Proven leadership in strategic automation initiatives and continuous improvement.
  • Experience in managing networking for GPU clusters and implementing AI-based observability tools.
  • Proficient in Terraform and Ansible for Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
  • Solid programming skills with a strong understanding of software engineering and cloud computing paradigms.
  • Expertise in AI Fabric and high-performance networking for AI/ML workloads.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and deploy AI-driven software features for data center networks.
  • Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to enhance client experiences.
  • Create and implement innovative capabilities in networking solutions.
  • Foster continuous improvement and operational efficiency through automation initiatives.
  • Manage networking for GPU cluster environments and address scaling needs for AI workloads.
  • Create documentation and training materials to assist teams and business units.
  • Resolve hardware/software interoperability issues effectively.

Benefits

  • Engaging work environment with opportunities for collaboration.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge AI and networking technologies.
  • Chance to lead strategic projects and initiatives within the organization.
  • Professional development opportunities through training and certification programs.
Full Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 06/30/2026
Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Your Impact

You will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying advanced AI-driven software features for data center networks. You have strong interpersonal skills and are comfortable collaborating with fellow engineers, cross-functional engineering teams, and internal clients. You will create and implement innovative, high-quality capabilities to provide our clients with the best possible experience.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor of Engineering or Technology with 10+ years of experience designing and building scalable, reliable networking solutions for AI/ML infrastructure and high-performance computing, including strong expertise in Cisco Data Center Networking technologies, ACI networks, and technologies such as Routing, Switching, Nexus, VPC, VDC, VLAN, VXLAN, and BGP.
  • Proven leadership in driving strategic automation initiatives, guiding teams in automation, fostering continuous improvement and innovation to enhance service reliability and operational efficiency.
  • Experience managing networking for GPU cluster environments, implementing AI-based observability tools, and forecasting infrastructure needs for scaling AI workloads and managing hardware/software lifecycle.
  • Skilled in creating documentation and training materials and collaborating closely with Business Units to resolve hardware/software interoperability issues.
  • Proficiency in Terraform and Ansible for Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
  • Strong Programming skills and solid grasp of software engineering concepts including common data structures/standard algorithms, object-oriented design, distributed computing, and cloud computing paradigms.
  • Expertise in AI Fabric and Networking with a deep understanding of high-performance networking for AI/ML workloads.
  • Ability to implement and utilize AI-based observability tools.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Understanding of Build & Release Operations, DevOps principles, and Agile practices with a focus on quality-driven development.
  • Familiarity with Unix/Linux environments and domain knowledge of contemporary network technologies, network management, and protocols.
  • Experience with application/platform instrumentation, measurement, log data processing, monitoring, and tools such as JIRA, GIT, and Jenkins.
  • Cisco certifications (CCNA or CCNP) and experience managing Cisco Nexus Dashboard, APIC, Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller, and VXLAN-based networks including troubleshooting.

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