Software Engineer

Cisco's Wireless Feature & System Engineering team develops end-to-end wireless capabilities for enterprise Wi-Fi systems.

The team works across

Wireless Access Points (APs) Wireless Controllers Cloud-managed networking platforms Device software Control planes Network management systems

As a Full-Stack Wireless Software Engineer, you will work on both software development and testing/validation. You will be involved in a feature throughout its lifecycle—from implementation to testing, debugging, and automation.

The role is particularly focused on C/C++, Python, networking, Wi-Fi, automation, and system-level debugging.

🔧 Responsibilities

• Wireless Software Development

Develop wireless features across Access Point, controller, and management layers. Implement and integrate software components across the wireless stack. Work with platform and wireless engineering teams.

• Programming

Develop software using C/C++. Use Python and scripting languages for development and automation. Maintain and enhance existing software.

• Testing & Validation

Design and execute test plans. Develop automated tests for wireless features. Validate features across different system components. Perform regression testing.

• Debugging & Troubleshooting

Analyze logs and packet traces. Investigate system behavior. Reproduce reported issues. Identify the root cause of problems. Validate fixes after implementation.

• Wireless Lab Testing

Set up and work with lab environments. Test different wireless scenarios. Validate wireless functionality under different conditions.

• Collaboration

Work closely with

Platform teams Radio teams QA teams Cloud teams Other software engineering teams

Required / Minimum Qualifications Programming

C/C++ — Strong

You should have solid programming skills in C or C++.

Python — Strong

Python/scripting knowledge is required for development and automation.

Networking

You need a good understanding of

Computer networking fundamentals Networking concepts Wi-Fi fundamentals 802.11 basics Testing & Automation

You should have

Experience or strong interest in software testing Test automation knowledge System validation experience Ability to design/execute test cases Debugging

Strong ability to

Analyze logs Understand system behavior Debug software issues Reproduce problems Analyze failures Validate fixes Analytical Skills Strong problem-solving skills Strong analytical thinking Ability to investigate complex technical issues ⭐ Preferred Qualifications

These are not mandatory, but can strengthen your profile.

Wireless Networking Experience with wireless controllers Exposure to cloud-managed networking systems Networking Tools Experience with Wireshark Packet capture/packet analysis Wireless Security

Knowledge of

WPA2 WPA3 🎓 Education & Experience Option 1 — Bachelor's

BS + 1–3 years of experience

Option 2 — Master's

MS + 0–2 years of experience