Software Engineer
Cisco Systems
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San Jose, CA · Posted November 2, 2026
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About the job
We are seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and sustain core software for Cisco’s Wireless Access Point product line. Collaborate with team leaders to deliver high-performance connectivity solutions. Ideal candidates have experience in C, C++ for embedded systems and Python scripting.