About the role

Embedded systems developer building C/C++ software for Cisco’s next-generation networking platforms. Improving scalable, resilient networking infrastructure across Canadian engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and optimize critical software components for Cisco's next-generation networking platforms
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, technical leaders, and architecture groups
Solve complex architectural challenges and drive system scalability
Ensure high platform availability
Lead technical initiatives and mentor emerging talent
Contribute to architectural decisions
Apply modern software engineering best practices to improve development velocity and quality
Deliver resilient system-level innovations supporting global digital communications

Currently enrolled in a Master's degree program with 0 years of work experience; or an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program with 2 years of work experience; or an educational/workforce development program such as an Apprenticeship, Boot camp, or Certification with 2 years of work experience
Qualifying education and work experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field
Expected to continue enrollment in a degree or qualifying educational/workforce development program after completing the internship
Strong proficiency in C and C++ systems programming
Expertise in multi-threading, concurrency, memory optimization, and asynchronous architectures
In-depth understanding of operating systems internals, including kernel/user space boundaries, process scheduling, virtual memory, and IPC
Understanding of enterprise/SP networking protocols, including L2/L3, TCP/IP, and routing
Hands-on experience developing, debugging, and profiling software in Linux environments
Experience with GDB, Valgrind, and Git
Preferred: Linux kernel development, embedded device drivers, RTOS, DPDK, or XDP
Preferred: BGP, IS-IS, Segment Routing, MPLS, EVPN, or low-latency telemetry architectures
Preferred: Python or Bash, automated testing frameworks, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions
Preferred: PCIe, I2C, SPI, FPGA/ASIC acceleration, secure boot, or embedded vulnerability mitigation

U.S. employees: medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Potential Cisco restricted stock unit grants, subject to eligibility and continued employment
10 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
Birthday day off, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid personal wellness days
16 days of paid vacation per year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program for eligible exempt employees
80 hours of sick time provided on hire and annually, with up to 80 unused hours carried forward
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies