Software Engineer Embedded/Network Systems I (Intern)
Cisco is a leading technology company that has been innovating for over 40 years to connect and protect organizations. They are seeking an intern to contribute to the development of next-generation innovations in operating systems, firmware, and networking technologies, gaining hands-on experience with hardware-software integration.
Responsibilities
- You are a passionate engineer skilled in low-level programming, networking protocols, and hardware-software integration, with strong communication and collaboration abilities
- You thrive in solving complex challenges through innovation and precision, while being highly organized and process-driven
- Your work develops and maintains critical software and tools that ensure hardware compatibility, network performance, and security for Cisco’s core products like operating systems, firmware, and networking stacks
- By effectively managing your time and streamlining processes, you deliver high-quality solutions that embed resilience and efficiency into global communications infrastructure, directly contributing to Cisco’s leadership in trusted, scalable networking technologies
Skills
- Currently enrolled in a certification program (e.g., Boot Camp, Apprenticeship, Community College), or currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program
- Proficiency in C programming and experience with embedded Linux, including a solid understanding of operating system fundamentals
- Familiarity with network principles & concepts, routing protocols, and general networking concepts
- Hands-on experience with automation tools and scripting languages (such as Python or Bash), along with knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
- Understanding of DevSecOps practices and their application in software development workflows
- Conceptual understanding or hands-on experience with AI/ML
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles and security protocols
- Experience with FPGA development
- Knowledge of signal and power integrity, and PCB design
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- A 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
- 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
- Paid year-end holiday shutdown
- 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
- 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
- Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use
- 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
- Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
- Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
- Employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies.
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