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Software Developer--Cisco Innovation Labs

Cisco$113K — $161K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of software engineering experience
  • Proven proficiency in current software development technologies and UX design principles
  • Enterprise-level experience in designing and deploying production-level code
  • Experience with customer-facing demonstrations and proofs of concept for new technologies

Responsibilities

  • Develop high-quality, secure, and scalable software solutions using Design Thinking and UX principles
  • Present technical solutions to customers and translate user requirements into actionable features
  • Lead small-to-medium features from design to deployment, coordinating timelines with team members
  • Write clean, maintainable code and perform thorough code reviews
  • Collaborate with Design and Product Management teams on customer-centric solutions
  • Mentor peers and interns, contributing to the developer community via presentations and documentation
  • Apply secure coding practices and ensure compliance with privacy standards
  • Identify process improvements and develop remediation plans for technical challenges.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for mentorship and professional development
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
  • Focus on innovative and market-driven solutions
  • Access to advanced technologies and tools
  • Contribution to impactful projects in software and cybersecurity
Full Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 06/26/2026
Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

What You'll Do
  • Develop high-quality, secure, and scalable software and agentic solutions. Apply Design Thinking to prioritize UX and streamline functionality across both hardware and software ecosystems.
  • Be a technical advocate by presenting solutions to customers, gathering feedback, and translating user requirements into actionable technical features.
  • Lead small-to-medium features from initial technical design through to deployment. Define project roadmaps and coordinate timelines with collaborators.
  • Write clean, maintainable code and unit tests. Perform meticulous code reviews and lead post-mortem analyses to ensure system reliability.
  • Partner closely with Design and Product Management teams to build customer-centric solutions. Advocate for new features that address market needs and track metrics for product adoption and success.
  • Serve as an authority on the software development lifecycle and agile practices. Mentor peers and interns, and contribute to the broader developer community through internal presentations, documentation, and technical blogs.
  • Apply secure coding principles, perform threat modeling, and ensure compliance with privacy standards throughout the development process.
  • Find opportunities for process improvement and product innovation. Develop remediation plans to navigate technical challenges and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering or related field with 3+ years of professional experience delivering software engineering solutions
  • Proven proficiency in current software development technologies and UX design principles
  • Enterprise level software development experience with a strong foundation in designing and deploying production-level code
  • Experience building and delivering customer-facing demonstrations and proofs of concept for new technologies


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in agentic development, AI/ML integration, or hardware-software co-design.
  • Cybersecurity product focus
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a proven track record to present technical concepts to non-technical audiences and customers.
  • Deep expertise in applying Design Thinking methodologies to complex software systems.

About Cisco

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Net Income
$10.1 billion
Founded
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