Software Engineer Full Stack & Application Development I (Intern) - United States

Position Overview

This posting advertises potential job opportunities for a Software Engineer at Cisco. Although this exact role may not be open today, it could open in the near future – applications are accepted until further notice. Join Cisco's innovative engineering community and collaborate with engineers, designers, and product managers to build industry-leading products and platforms. In this role, you will design and build software solutions that power Cisco’s products, working from APIs and backend services to user interfaces and distributed systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build software solutions powering Cisco’s products and platforms.
• Work end-to-end on APIs, backend services, user interfaces, and distributed systems.
• Collaborate with teams across Cisco IT, CPX, Supply Chain, and Workplace Technology.
• Solve real-world problems and ship impactful features.
• Help shape the future of connectivity and technology.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a certification program (e.g., Boot Camp, Apprenticeship, Community College) or undergraduate degree program; proficiency in at least one backend language (Python, C++, or Java) and familiarity with JavaScript/TypeScript for frontend development.
• Experience with API development (REST, GraphQL, or gRPC).
• Understanding of data structures, object-oriented programming, and SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, or Cisco Cloud).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Docker or Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation).
• Exposure to CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, CircleCI).
• Experience with monitoring platforms (Grafana, Prometheus, Splunk).
• Knowledge of UI frameworks (React, Angular, Vue) for full-stack pathways.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution
• Paid parental leave and comprehensive Paid Leave (holidays, vacation, sick time, and personal wellness days)
• Eligibility for performance-based Incentive Bonuses and Cisco Restricted Stock Units
• Opportunities for career growth and development