Lead Backend Engineer, Studio (Hybrid)
Core
Lead architectural design and development of scalable backend platform technologies for Cisco's next-generation AI products, bridging AI research and production-grade software.
Role type
Senior IC backend platform lead (AI/ML infrastructure)
Builds
Scalable backend platforms, AI/ML infrastructures, and AI-powered networking and security solutions for global enterprise scale.
Domain
Enterprise networking, AI/ML infrastructure, Cloud services
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Python, Go, Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), Containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), Microservices, System Architecture, Cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
Generative AI integration, LLM frameworks, ML methodologies, Distributed systems design, Engineering mentorship
Responsibilities
Lead architectural design of scalable backend technologies, Spearhead multi-functional engagements to architect and deploy AI/ML infrastructures, Resolve highly complex technical challenges, Collaborate with product and research teams to transform AI strategies into production systems, Act as a technical thought leader influencing stakeholders
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic influence
