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Software Engineer

Bangalore · On-site · 1–4 yrs · Junior · Full-time

  • c
  • c++
  • stl
  • python
  • linux
  • git

Cisco Meraki seeks 1-4 year firmware developer for L2/L3 networking protocols in Bangalore.

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Posted 13 Oct 2026 · found on Cisco's own careers page

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Written from 8 current Cloud postings on Cisco's own careers page — not questions Cisco has asked.

  1. Walk me through how you'd design a microservice for global security policy distribution that needs to stay highly available across regions — what happens when one region's network partitions from the rest?
    From the posting: “responsible for the design, development, and operation of key microservices focused on global security policy distribution, traffic optimization and insights related that our Umbrella and Cisco Secure Access products offer.e.g.Unified Policy, and key Distribution Engine related that our Umbrella and Cisco Secure Access products offer”
  2. Say you're on the Meraki Network Connectivity team and a customer reports that their switches are experiencing intermittent L2/L3 connectivity drops after a recent firmware rollout - but it only reproduces at scale in their data center, not in your lab. How do you triage this 'complex network regression'?
    From the posting: “Develop networking components that are simple, scalable, and highly available. Triage complex network regressions and enhance system debug ability to ensure superior customer experience.”
  3. Tell me about a time when you had to simplify a networking component to make it more scalable. What was the trade-off you made?
    From the posting: “Develop networking components that are simple, scalable, and highly available”
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Meet the team: Develops software consistent with Cisco ‘Design Thinking Principles’ with a focus Are you a visionary firmware developer with a passion for computer networking? At Cisco Meraki, we’re revolutionizing the world of cloud-managed devices, including switches, routers and wireless access points. Our products are beloved by customers around the globe, and our rapid growth speaks volumes about the innovation behind what we do. Join the Network Connectivity Team at Cisco Meraki, where your expertise will breathe life into our cutting-edge systems.

As a Software Engineer, you will be at the forefront of designing and developing high-performance system software that drives the future of networking technology. Your work will directly enhance the connectivity and configuration of L2/L3 protocols on our switches, ensuring seamless management and impeccable performance. Why Cisco Meraki? Impactful Work: With millions relying on Meraki products worldwide, your contributions will be felt across the globe.

Innovative Environment: Immerse yourself in a culture that thrives on challenging the status quo, embracing diversity, and fostering collaboration. What You’ll Do: Develop networking components that are simple, scalable, and highly available. Triage complex network regressions and enhance system debug ability to ensure superior customer experience. What We’re Looking For: 1- 4 years of Experience.

Understanding Network Fundamentals: Your understanding of network basics will be your foundation. Proficiency in C/C++/STL/Python: Your programming skills will be crucial in crafting robust and efficient solutions. Troubleshooting Skills: Your knack for resolving networking and systems issues in Linux environments will shine here. Key Technologies and Protocols: C/C++, Basic understanding of Networking protocols (L2/L3) , Linux fundamentals, GIT CCNA is preferred (Not mandatory) 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.

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