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Software Engineer - Hardware Diagnostics

Cisco · Milpitas, California, US · On-site

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About the role

This role requires working onsite in San Jose, CA. The application window is expected to close on 10/31/27. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with at least 7+ years of professional experience, or a Master’s degree with at least 4+ years of professional experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience developing software using C/C++ and/or Python within a Linux environment
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in hardware-level programming and device driver development
  • Demonstrated expertise in Linux hardware bring-up and system integration
  • Proven experience working with microcontrollers and embedded peripherals including: I2C, PCIe, SPI, and MDIO
More about this role

This role requires working onsite in San Jose, CA. The application window is expected to close on 10/31/27.

Note: This job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

The Common Hardware Group (CHG) creates innovative hardware platforms central to the AI era, powering Cisco’s core Switching, Routing, and Wireless products for organizations globally. Our innovations in silicon, optics, and hardware platforms—like Silicon One—are shaping the technology industry. We're a global team of creative experts, bringing our unique backgrounds and bold ideas to push boundaries and help each other grow. Because full product development—from design to qualification to production—is within our team, we’re able to think differently, experiment more, and work quickly. Join us to power the future of the digital world!

Be part of the Cisco Common Hardware Group's QUAD (Quality and Diagnostics) team! This team works on Hyperscale network and Enterprise Data Center switches based on Cisco Silicon One ASIC. This is a unique opportunity to grow your technical skills and will allow for visibility and recognition across multi-functional...

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