Cisco Software Engineer Recruitment 2026

Cisco is a global technology company focused on networking, security, collaboration, cloud and related enterprise technologies. Its engineering teams develop software and infrastructure used across networking and connectivity products.

• MS with 0–2 years of experience, or
• BS with 1–3 years of experience
• Strong C/C++ programming skills
• Python or scripting experience
• Networking fundamentals
• Knowledge of Wi-Fi and 802.11
• Testing and automation knowledge
• Strong debugging and analytical skills

• Develop wireless features across access points, controllers and management layers.
• Write C/C++ and Python software.
• Design and execute software test plans.
• Develop test automation.
• Analyze logs and network traces.
• Debug software and system issues.
• Validate software fixes.
• Collaborate with platform, radio, QA and cloud engineering teams.

• C/C++
• Python
• Networking
• Wi-Fi / 802.11
• Software Testing
• Automation
• Debugging
• Wireshark
• WPA2/WPA3

Cisco does not publish a complete selection process for this particular vacancy. Candidates for this type of role should be prepared for programming, networking, debugging, testing and technical interview discussions.

Cisco's official posting does not disclose compensation. Third-party recruitment sources currently estimate approximately ₹8–₹14 LPA for this Software Engineer vacancy. This is an expected third-party range and should not be treated as an official Cisco salary.