Software Engineering Technical Leader- Datapath
Required skills
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with 12+ years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience 10+ years of programming experience using C, C++, and Python Experience with hardware bring-up, device driver development, and Linux-based systems Experience with multi-threading, event handling, and state machine design Experience using kernel debugging tools such as GDB or KGDB to troubleshoot software from kernel modules to applications Experience with NPU ASIC bring up, SDK and Datapath bring up
Preferred skills
Experience with AI/ML technologies or workloads in networking environments Knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking protocols Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills in complex distributed systems Experience working with network processors, optical networking, or high-performance networking platforms Experience leading New Platform Introduction (NPI) programs in networking or hardware-adjacent domains Experience with Silicon One SDK, Broadcom SDK is a plus
Technologies
C, C++, Python, Linux-based systems, kernel debugging tools (GDB, KGDB), NPU ASIC, SDK, Datapath, Silicon One SDK, Broadcom SDK
Responsibilities
Architect, design, and develop platform software supporting network processing units (NPU), fabric, and SerDes components for Cisco core and edge routing platforms Integrate with the Cisco Silicon One SDK to enable next-generation routing capabilities Develop and execute software test plans to validate functionality and performance of new networking platforms Collaborate with cross-functional teams to debug hardware prototypes and resolve complex system issues Lead technical discussions and guide New Product Introduction (NPI) development from concept through first customer shipment (FCS) to ensure successful platform delivery
Seniority
Technical Leader
Domain
Networking, Software Engineering, Distributed Systems