Senior Simulation & Automation engineer

Application deadline is expected to close on Nov 17, 2024What You’ll Do: As a Senior Engineer for Simulation & Automation, on the Cisco 8000 team, you will be responsible for leading, implementing, and optimizing simulation software and tools used in accelerating our IOS-XR & SONIC development. You will work with Silicon One ASIC, SDK, and Network software teams to create digital twice of our router and AI fabric products.Who you’ll Work With:You will be working alongside engineers who are passionate about tackling complex technology, building large scale distributed systems, and contributing to open-source communities and technologies. You will be part of a fast-paced work environment, responsible for revolutionizing our software development process through application of cutting-edge simulation technology.Who You Are: You are a passionate engineer with proven ability to deliver complete software projects with minimal supervision, leveraging technical knowledge and collaborating to solve issues in a multi-functional organization. Minimum Qualifications:Bachelors with 7+ years’ experience Or, Master’s with 4+ years’ experience in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering in implementing and deploying simulators or related tools and infrastructure. Experience with C/C++ programming. Experience modeling ASIC’s and NPUs. Experience in python/scripting languages. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of virtualization and related technologiesGood understanding of networking protocolsLinux networking knowledgeExcellent problem-solving, debugging and analytical skillsHigh level of work autonomy and sense of responsibilityWhy Cisco?#WeAreCisco. We are all unique, but collectively we bring our talents to work as a team, to develop innovative technology and power a more inclusive, digital future for everyone. How do we do it? Well, for starters – with people like you!Nearly every internet connection around the world touches Cisco. We’re the Internet’s optimists. Our technology makes sure the data travelling at light speed across connections does so securely, yet it’s not what we make but what we make happen which marks us out. We’re helping those who work in the health service to connect with patients and each other; schools, colleges and universities to teach in even the most challenging of times. We’re helping businesses of all shapes and size to connect with their employees and customers in new ways, providing people with access to the digital skills they need and connecting the most remote parts of the world – whether through 5G, or otherwise.We tackle whatever challenges come our way. We have each other’s backs, we recognize our accomplishments, and we grow together. We celebrate and support one another – from big and small things in life to big career moments. And giving back is in our DNA (we get 10 days off each year to do just that).Location:San Jose, California, USAlternate LocationRTPArea of InterestEngineer - SoftwareCompensation Range157400 USD - 222200 USD Job TypeProfessionalTechnology InterestSoftware DevelopmentJob Id1430359Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.U.S. employees have access to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings. Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday, plus a day off for their birthday. Employees accrue up to 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) each year and have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues without tapping into their PTO. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community. Employees are also able to purchase company stock through our Employee Stock Purchase Program.Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components. 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 up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.