Cisco

Software Engineering Technical Leader, Hybrid, Milpitas, CA

Cisco$214K — $309K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 12+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 8+ years, or PhD with 5+ years of experience.
  • Proficiency in Java and Python, with knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservices.
  • Experience with AI-driven Software Development Life Cycle methodologies.
  • Solid understanding of networking management protocols and cloud-managed networking.
  • Proven experience leading technical projects and providing mentorship.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement API-based integrations between Meraki Dashboard and Catalyst Center.
  • Champion AI-assisted development tools to enhance the CI/CD pipeline.
  • Mentor engineering teams on software design, security, and scalability best practices.
  • Collaborate with Product Management and Network Engineering to define complex hybrid cloud use cases.
  • Explore and implement emerging technologies like Generative AI and LLM-based prompting.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule and remote work opportunities.
  • Professional development and mentoring programs.
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and innovation-driven environment.
  • Opportunities for cross-functional collaboration and networking.
  • Health and wellness benefits.
Full Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 10/06/2026
Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Your Impact

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Technical Leader to spearhead the strategic integration between Cisco Meraki and Cisco Catalyst Center. In this role, you will architect and lead the development of unified management solutions that bridge cloud-native Meraki environments with on-premises Catalyst infrastructure. You will be responsible for driving an AI-driven Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to accelerate delivery, improve code quality, and automate network operations.
  • Architectural Leadership: Design and implement robust API-based integrations between the Meraki Dashboard and Catalyst Center, ensuring seamless data synchronization and unified policy management.
  • AI-Driven SDLC: Champion the adoption of AI-assisted development tools to streamline the CI/CD pipeline, automate testing, and enhance code maintainability.
  • Technical Mentorship: Provide technical guidance to engineering teams, fostering best practices in software design, security, and scalability.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Product Management and Network Engineering teams to define requirements that address complex customer use cases in hybrid cloud environments.
  • Innovation: Explore and implement emerging technologies, including Generative AI and LLM-based prompting, to improve developer productivity and system observability.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field and 12+ years of related experience, or Master's Degree with 8+ years of related experience, or PhD with 5+ years of related experience.
  • Technical:Java and Python, with an understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
  • SDLC: Experience in implementing AI-driven SDLC methodologies, including AI-assisted code generation, automated refactoring, and predictive analytics in CI/CD pipelines.
  • Networking Knowledge: network management protocols, cloud-managed networking (for example, Meraki), and campus/enterprise networking (Catalyst).
  • Leadership: Experience leading technical projects and mentoring engineering staff.
  • Communication: Ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Languages:Go and Ruby for building high-performance backend services or automation scripts.
  • AI/ML Integration: experience with prompt engineering, fine-tuning LLMs, or integrating AI models into existing software workflows.
  • Cloud Platforms: experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP, particularly regarding network connectivity and management integrations.

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Founded
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