Software Engineering Technical Leader- Datapath

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** .

**Role is hybrid and located in San Jose, CA, must be able to come into the Cisco office 3-4 days a week**

**Meet the Team**

The Cisco Distributed System Engineering (DSE) team develops the software platforms that power Cisco’s core and edge routing systems used in some of the world’s largest networks. The team focuses on building scalable distributed systems that support the increasing demands of AI/ML workloads and global internet traffic. Engineers collaborate closely with silicon, hardware, and open-source communities to deliver end‑to‑end networking solutions. The group is made up of highly collaborative engineers working across systems, software, and hardware domains in a fast‑paced environment. It’s an exciting opportunity to work on next‑generation routing platforms whil...