Software Engineer

cisco· 123 Cisco Systems (India) Private Limited
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📍 Bangalore, India📍 Chennai, IndiaFull time

About this role

Meet the Team 

  • We are DSE PI common (PI NeXT) team handling platform independent components like BGP, VXLAN, L2/L3 Multicast, TRM, BGP-EVPN for Data center Business Unit. Our responsibility is to test and automate the features with high quality. We are responsible for end-to-end solutions testing for any customer requirements. We own the Programmability, Telemetry and regressions for BGP, VXLAN, L2/L3 Multicast, TRM, BGP-EVPN components.

Your Impact 

  • Candidate responsible for Manual testing and automating the given features.
  • Deliver the features with high quality as per given timelines.
  • Providing technical expertise and mentorship to the team regarding proper test methodologies.
  • Estimating, prioritizing, planning and coordinating test activities.
  • Designing, developing, and implementing automation and enhancing test automation framework as necessary.
  • Partnering with architects, technical marketing, product management, development teams to define and implement comprehensive test plans.
  • Conducting test case and code reviews to validate test scenario accuracy and coverage.
  • Modernizing and automating testing to improve overall code quality and automation code base.
  • Adapt to the newer technologies (AI/ML)

Minimum Qualifications

  • MS EE/CS combined with 6+ years of related experience, or BSEE/CS combined. Good experience in feature level testing and system level understanding of switching and routing platforms Good understanding of networking fundamentals and protocols and different L2 to L7 technologies. Automation experience with Python or equivalent programming language Deep technical knowledge in BGP, VXLAN, EVPN, Multicast, TRM protocols Vision to lead and solve sophisticated problems Excellent teamwork and communication skills Self-motivated and highly ambitious

Preferred Qualifications

  • Understanding of DC customer deployments and good networking skills. Familiarity with the SW development cycle and software engineering Familiarity with Linux and modern software tools and techniques for development/debugging.
  • Understanding of CI/CD integrations
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with GenAI tools is a plus
  • Familiarity with virtualization VMWare ESXI, KVM is a plus

Why Cisco? 

At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.

Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. 

We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. 

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Where is the Software Engineer position at cisco located?
This Software Engineer role at cisco is based in Bangalore, India, Chennai, India. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Software Engineer role at cisco full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Software Engineer role in the 123 Cisco Systems (India) Private Limited department at cisco.
Which team or department does the Software Engineer at cisco belong to?
This Software Engineer position is part of the 123 Cisco Systems (India) Private Limited department at cisco. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Software Engineer job at cisco posted?
This Software Engineer position at cisco was posted on Jul 27, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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