Cisco

Software Engineering Technical Leader (Remote)

Cisco$177K — $257K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Boulder, CO
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of software engineering experience with expert-level C++ skills.
  • Experience in developing automation and test infrastructure using Python or similar languages.
  • Proven ability to design and maintain reusable testing frameworks for multiple teams.
  • Expertise in C++ testing frameworks like GoogleTest, Google Mock, or similar.
  • Proficiency with dependency management tools including Bazel or CMake.
  • Strong foundation in automated testing within modern delivery workflows, like Kubernetes.
  • Deep knowledge of software design principles that enhance testability.

Responsibilities

  • Set technical direction for the C++ testing ecosystem used by engineering teams.
  • Create reusable testing frameworks and developer tools to enhance engineering quality.
  • Integrate quality gates into CI/CD pipelines to deliver actionable feedback to engineers.
  • Develop platforms to track key engineering metrics for informed decision-making.
  • Mentor engineers and influence technical decisions across various teams.

Benefits

  • Fully remote work opportunity within the United States.
  • Flexible working hours to accommodate different lifestyles.
  • Opportunities for professional growth through mentorship and knowledge sharing.
Full Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 09/25/2026
Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

This position is fully remote and can be performed from any location within the United States. This role requires reliable internet connection and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Your Impact

You'll help set the technical direction for the Python and C++ testing ecosystem that engineering teams across the organization rely on. Your impact will extend beyond the tools you build-you'll create solutions that teams choose to adopt, helping establish consistent testing practices and higher quality standards across the organization.
  • Develop how developers build, test, and ship software by defining and driving the strategy for our C++ testing ecosystem.
  • Design reusable testing frameworks, libraries, and developer tooling that reduce duplication and improve engineering quality across teams.
  • Integrate effective quality gates into CI/CD pipelines, giving engineers fast, actionable feedback and helping identify issues before they reach production.
  • Build platforms that provide clarity into key engineering metrics, including test coverage, flaky-test trends, and pipeline health, enabling teams to make informed, data-driven decisions.
  • Mentor engineers and influence technical decisions across teams, sharing testing expertise, promoting engineering standards, and driving alignment without relying on formal authority.

Minimum Qualifications
  • 10+ years of professional software engineering experience with expert-level C++ skills and experience using Python or similar languages to build developer tooling, automation, and test infrastructure.
  • Consistent record to design and maintain reusable test frameworks or developer tools accepted by multiple engineering teams.
  • Expertise with C++ testing and mocking frameworks such as GoogleTest, Google Mock, Catch2, or comparable technologies, along with experience building automation or developer tooling using Python or similar languages.
  • Proficiency with build systems and dependency management tools, including Bazel, CMake, or similar technologies.
  • Solid grasp of building automated testing and developer tooling into modern delivery workflows, including Kubernetes, containerized environments, and microservices-based architectures.
  • Familiarity with public cloud platforms, including AWS, GCP, or Azure.
  • Strong debugging and solving skills, with experience using observability and diagnostic tools to identify and resolve sophisticated issues.
  • Deep understanding of software design for testability, including dependency injection, interface design, deterministic testing, isolation, and automation standards.
  • Consistent track record to influence engineering standards, drive technical adoption across teams, and communicate effectively with technical partners.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience building shared testing infrastructure or internal developer platforms.
  • Experience modernizing testing frameworks for large-scale C++ applications.
  • Experience developing automation, developer tooling, or CI/CD workflows using Python or other scripting languages.
  • Experience building multi-language developer platforms supporting C++, Python, Go, or Java.
  • Experience designing SDKs, libraries, or testing infrastructure across multiple programming languages.
  • Experience with distributed systems, networking, or high-performance software.
  • Experience building quality platforms, dashboards, or engineering metrics.
  • Experience with contract testing, flaky test management, or automated quality tooling.

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79,500 employees
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Industry
Net Income
$10.1 billion
Founded
2014
5 Year Trend
+1.4%
Revenue
$48 billion
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