Software Engineer - Backend,Java/Go, Distributed Systems, Cloud- 4+ Years

Cisco is hiring a Software Engineer - Backend,Java/Go, Distributed Systems, Cloud- 4+ Years in Bangalore.

Cloud Security Engineering at Cisco drives the technology that's transforming the way customers secure their networks, and more importantly, their users. We're looking for a Backend Engineer to join our dynamic software development team. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical skills, a well-rounded understanding of both front-end and back-end development, and a passion for learning new technologies and tools for agentic development life cycle. As a key member of the SSE Control Plane organization, responsible for the design, development, and operation of key microservices focused on

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimize scalable applications and APIs, utilizing AI-assisted development tools to accelerate the full software development lifecycle—from initial concept and coding to testing, debugging, and documentation.

• Manage cloud infrastructure and automate software delivery processes by engineering reliable CI/CD pipelines, ensuring a seamless transition from development to production.

• Maintain system health and security through proactive monitoring, cross-platform troubleshooting, and participation in on-call rotations to support production environments.

• Evaluate emerging technologies, third-party libraries, and tools by conducting benchmarking and proof-of-concept projects to provide strategic recommendations for the organization’s tech stack.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field. Understanding of networking and security concepts like routing, firewalls. gateways

• At least 3 years of experience in a software development role.

• Understanding of software development and system administration principles.

• Experience coding in programming/scripting language like Python, Java, or JavaScript.

• Familiarity with Unix/Linux operating systems.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes.

• Basic knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and in teams.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

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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