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Software Engineering Technical Leader

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Milpitas, CA, USA
189K-351K Annually
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Milpitas, CA, USA
189K-351K Annually
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Lead technical design and implementation of a cloud-based Data Center Infrastructure Management product. Build scalable microservices and distributed systems using Java/Go/C++/Python on AWS/GCP/Azure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready, maintainable solutions for AI and edge datacenter infrastructure. Hybrid role based in Milpitas, CA.
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The application window is expected to close on: 06/30/2026

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Note: This is a hybrid role working on-site a minimum of 3 days a week in the Milpitas, CA office. 

MEET THE TEAM 

At the Hyperfabric Engineering Team, we believe that the traditional Data Center deployment and management practices must evolve and modernize to meet the needs of the modern Artificial Intelligence and Edge Computing workloads. Our mission is to deliver Data Center Infrastructure Management as a Service, empowering enterprises to manage highly scalable, fault-tolerant, and mission-critical networking and server ecosystems with minimal networking engineering overhead. 

We are building a Cloud-based product that allows customers to order, operate, monitor, triage, and remediate their Data Center Infrastructure in a scalable, hands-off manner. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, we deliver innovative, scalable, maintainable, and easy-to-use platform that will disrupt and optimize Data Center management for infrastructure that hosts the modern AI applications. 

Joining our team means working on transformative ideas that are shaping the future of AI infrastructure. You’ll collaborate with industry leaders, contribute to cutting-edge advancements in Data Center Infrastructure management, and drive revolutionary progress in the field. We value our customers and thrive on teamwork. 

Come prepared to grow, be inspired, and make a difference. Together, we are redefining what’s possible in the world of AI datacenter infrastructure. 

YOUR IMPACT 

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI infrastructure. As part of our team, you’ll thrive in an autonomous, engineer-led culture where developers drive innovation and deliver an exceptional customer experience. You’ll contribute to the design and implementation of a product in its formative stage of development and growth. 

Your work will help redefine how data infrastructure is built and operated for years to come. You'll be working at the forefront of technology in an organization that values developer experience, well-being, and efficiency — all within a supportive, hands-off leadership environment. By delivering seamless, scalable solutions, you’ll empower our customers to scale their infrastructure quickly, cost-effectively, and with confidence—all while driving innovation and shaping the future of AI infrastructure. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
  • Bachelor's in Computer Science (or equivalent) with 12+ years of related experience; or Master's with 8+ years; or PhD with 5+ years or equivalent experience

  • Experience programming with Java, Go, C/C++, and/or Python 

  • Experience with microservices software architecture and large-scale distributed systems 

  • Experience with data structures, algorithms, and software design 

  • Experience working with cloud technologies like Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, or/and Azure 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 
  • Experience with Virtualized applications and their Orchestration using Kubernetes, Docker etc. 

  • Experience with Data Center Networking 

Why Cisco? 

At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.

Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. 

We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. 

Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:The starting salary range posted for this position is $210,600.00 to $305,100.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.

Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks.  Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.

U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies:

  • 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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco

  • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees

  • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)

  • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and 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

For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies.

Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:

  • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;

  • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;

  • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and

  • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.

For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.

The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:

New York City Metro Area:

$210,600.00 - $350,800.00

Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:

$189,300.00 - $312,200.00

* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.

** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

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