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Cognizant Technology Solutions is currently seeking a highly skilled Cloud & Infrastructure Solution - Service Line Specialist who will be a part of the Cognizant's Cloud, Infrastructure and Security (CIS) Sales Americas BU catering to the North America customers and involves supporting proactive and reactive business opportunities such as managed services, transformation etc across all verticals. The individual will be closely working with our delivery teams, and participate in solution discussions, workshops, due diligence etc. We require their subject matter expertise in hyperscale and hybrid cloud & Infrastructure solutions. Service Line Sales Specialist, partner with the customer to identify areas of opportunity to improve business outcomes through digital transformation that when implemented, lead to improved process and end-user experiences for everyone. The CIS Service Line Specialist will provide deep expertise in one or more of hyperscale and hybrid cloud & Infrastructure solutions supporting Cognizant's client account teams in vertical markets and their account expansion plans into new markets and business areas. SLS's are usually assigned into existing markets and some SLS' will also engage in new logo markets. The Specialist will be a "trusted advisor" to both the client and the Cognizant Client Partner blending strategic, tactical and 'street savvy' sales experience. Are you ready to be a change-maker? At Cognizant, we believe those who challenge the way they work today will lead the way tomorrow! Responsibilities: * Drive growth in revenue by prioritization, structuring, and leading digital engagements for a $50M+ business unit and be the chief growth officer for that portfolio. * Partner with practices and delivery organization to co-define and drive transformation strategy and service offerings across all areas of Cloud, Infrastructure and Security Solutions. * Map client organization, build outstanding relationships with new business units, and build a growth strategy for developing new business opportunities for the CIS Business that covers Cloud, Infrastructure and Security. * Forge relationships through consultative/industry leading transformative led conversation with VP/CXO decision makers across IT and business teams. * Lead the design and implementation of digital transformation projects to enhance business processes and customer experiences. * Oversee the development and execution of digital strategies to drive business growth and innovation. * Provide technical expertise in Cloud, Infrastructure areas to ensure robust and scalable solutions. * Envision and build new opportunities within existing and new businesses * Help account leadership and delivery leadership by highlighting risks and issues related to the engagements and support them in mitigating those. Lead client conversations for the same as needed * Develop and carry out Account Growth strategy and business plans for CIS (Cloud, Infrastructure & Security). * Responsible for growth, Business Development & Customer Relationship activities and support delivery transformation and fulfillment of key talent needs of the client. * Work in a matrix organization, enabling prospecting and other sales management goals. * Lead operations and maintain process and system hygiene to enable system oriented KPI's and measurement. * Run end-to-end lead generation, sales, business development and RFI/RFP processes is a plus * Drive growth and deliver on revenue and booking (Total Commercial Value) targets * Lead/support financial and contract terms, negotiation, and outsourcing discussions Required Skills/Qualifications: * 15+ years of demonstrated experience in either in Solutioning, Pre-Sales or Business Development, along with delivery transformation with hands on Cloud & Infrastructure skills on two of core areas. * Very strong understanding and hands on exposure /skill in hyperscale cloud, infrastructure and or security solutions * At least 5+ year of hands-on experience in business development/presales/sales /practice growth and management * Good IT infrastructure & Cloud technical understanding covering areas such as: Mid-Range, x86, Storage, Backup and Archive, Virtualization, Data Centre, Mainframe, Database, Middleware, Network, Citrix and VDI, Windows 10, Active Directory, Service Desk, Desktop Engineering, Desktop Support, Messaging and Collaboration, Mobility, Public cloud, private cloud, Hyper converged systems etc. * Good experience in Cloud related technologies to design and implement scalable solutions. * Proven ability to develop and execute digital strategies that drive business growth. * Experience in the areas of Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure, Multi Cloud & Networking Solutions. * Proven ability to bring growth in technology consulting more focused in Infrastructure with supporting and/or leading sales lifecycle from opportunity identification (focus on farming) to negotiation/contracting is key. * Capable of working and leading clients in a consultative way to envision, structure and specify solution requirements. Demonstrated ability to run deals ranging in size from $250K to $10M+ * Strong verbal, presentation, and written communication skills. Proficient in structuring and editing presentations and proposals, demonstrating the use of both self-generated and colleague-provided content. * Self-drive, flexibility and ownership of objectives * Logical and structured approach to presenting opinions/views and interpretation of information. * Demonstrated ability to influence CXO minus one decisions makers CXO and develop followership among colleagues and subordinates. Preferred Skills: * Experience in leading/managing structured large deals in Consulting for the Banking & Financial areas * Technical Knowledge of Multi Cloud Transformation. Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position is between $170,000 to $180,000+ depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans. Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: * Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance * Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off * 401(k) plan and contributions * Long-term/Short-term Disability * Paid Parental Leave * Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. #LI-FA1

The application window is expected to close on: 01/22/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. The application window is expected to close on: Dec 30th, 12 PM ET 2025 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team The Senior Director of Module Engineering leads the Cisco's Module Engineering Team within the Client Optics Group (COG). This role is responsible for setting the strategy and driving the end-to-end execution of module development for COG's silicon-photonics-based transceivers. Key responsibilities include planning, architecture, development, simulation, diagnostics, bring-up, and validation of modules, test boards, etc. A significant new focus for this role is the deployment of AI tools, when possible, to enhance productivity, quality, and development cycle times. Your Impact Product Planning * Evaluating Marketing Requirements Documents (MRDs) and providing timely responses as to the approach, timeline, and feasibility for new product concepts. * Significant participation in Cisco's product lifecycle (PLC) process including Concept Commits (CCs), Engineering Commits (ECs) and other important PLC milestones. * Working with the COG Program Management Team to develop and maintain accurate, detailed, and comprehensive program schedules and resource plans. * Drive adoption of AI tools to enhance productivity, quality, and development speed. Module Development * Lead the module/PCBA design, firmware/software, & Validation and Test teams. * Oversee design, development, validation, delivery, and documentation of COG's transceiver module products by working directly with the various team leaders to guarantee execution with predictability, velocity and quality. * Ensure the Module Engineering team is following best engineering practices in the development, physical design, layout, simulation, validation/characterization, & documentation of the transceiver modules being developed. * Apply analytics and AI/ML to stimulate edge cases, optimize test strategies, and improve test coverage, usability, debug capabilities, and fault isolation. Collaboration & Team Development * Partner with the Platform Engineering, Silicon Engineering, Product Management, and Operations teams to ensure multi-functional alignment and successful program delivery. * Foster a collaborative, innovative, accountable, and inclusive culture, promoting guidelines and knowledge sharing across global teams. * Mentor and develop high-performing teams, emphasizing continuous learning in silicon development and effective use of AI-assisted development tools. Who You Are * Experienced large-team leader who can motivate its members to successful outcomes. * Expert in the development of transceiver modules with a proven track record of timely delivery and first-pass success. * Advocate for AI tools, with a history of driving adoption to accelerate development and improve productivity. * Skilled collaborator and mentor, committed to building high-performing, innovative teams. Minimum Qualifications * 15+ years high-speed transceiver module development leadership experience including management of global teams. * Extensive experience in the following disciplines or similar areas within module development lifecycle or packaging: * High-speed optics module development * PCBAs * Test & validation boards * Firmware / Software * Mechanical housings and packaging * DVT and test * Telcordia reliability qualification * Digital signal processors (DSP) * Optics connectors and connectivity * Optical / Photonic ICs: Modulators, Photo Detectors, Grating Couplers, Waveguides, etc. * High-speed SERDES / signaling * PLL / clock domains and distribution * Power distribution * Signal & power integrity, channel modeling * Diagnostics, test coverage, and DFT * Electrical, optical, and system simulation applications and tools * Test equipment Preferred Qualifications * Optical transceiver silicon and module architecture * Strong communication, partner management, and executive presence. * Experience working with Tier 1 webscale customers. * Advanced degree (Master's/PhD) in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field with a focus on semiconductor and/or optics development. * Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally. 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 $267,600.00 to $339,400.00 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: $280,100.00 - $442,600.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $267,600.00 - $390,300.00 * 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.

Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens. Applications are accepted until further notice. Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens. **Meet the Team** **Engineering:** Open-minded, driven, diverse and deeply creative people at Cisco design the hardware that makes the internet work. Bring your knowledge of computers and networking and take it to a new level in any one of the following product categories including: cloud, social, mobile/wireless, video, VoIP, collaboration, web, routing, switching, IPv6, data center, HPC, Telepresence and many more. Your work will impact billions globally. **Supply Chain Operations:** Collaborate with peers on projects that have a real-world impact. From our processes to manufacturing, you'll deliver a standout customer experience of Cisco products and services. Take your innovative ideas from the drawing board to deliver powerful solutions. You'll collaborate with multi-functional teams to determine our infrastructural needs and product specifications. **Services:** Let's change the world together. You will work directly with our customers and gain hands-on experience and exposure to their networks. You will also be immersed in a small close-knit group of cohorts to collaborate on a variety of projects that have a real impact. You'll learn from industry professionals. We value your ideas and perspective on how to get things done. Finally, you'll have the opportunity to work on network infrastructures, and deliver business solutions and technology solutions from data, security, mobility, and cloud. **Your Impact** Impact the product development from the lowest levels of circuit design to large system design and see your contribution all the way through to high volume manufacturing. Creative Hardware Engineering positions available in: + ASIC Design and Verification + System/Board Design + Circuit Board Layout + Hardware Automation, Validation and Test + Signal Integrity + Power Design **Minimum Qualifications** + Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program. Relevant fields include Electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent academic certification. + Foundational understanding of hardware engineering principles, including experience with hardware design and tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence, Mentor Graphics) and simulation software. + Familiarity with hardware testing and debugging techniques using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters. + Strong grasp of engineering fundamentals and technical problem-solving abilities. + Eligible to work in the country of application without visa support or sponsorship **Preferred Qualifications** + Ability to lead multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work toward both short- and long-term goals. + Experience building and maintaining positive working relationships within diverse and extended teams. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Proven ability to work collaboratively across business groups and teams (hardware, software, manufacturing, etc.). + Exposure to scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB, C/C++) for test automation or data analysis. **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:** 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: $44,000.00 - $185,000.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $44,000.00 - $185,000.00 * 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. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

This role can be performed from any location within PST time zone states or Vancouver, Canada Meet the Team Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back. Your Impact Regional Sales Leaders are at the forefront of Splunk and Cisco's business. They play crucial role in driving growth and selling software solutions to large organizations and lead world-class, high-performing sales teams. We are seeking folks who have measurable experience of building and improving sales territories, building teams and have a strong management background. In this role, you will: * Accurately forecast quarterly and annual revenue for the assigned region, meeting deadlines and targets. * Lead and manage sales activities, set expectations, mentor the team, and ensure accountability in pipeline building and sales cycle execution. * Coach the sales team to identify new opportunities, develop new clients, demonstrate product value, and negotiate favorable terms. * Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain a high-performing sales team, aligning business goals with growth initiatives and providing ongoing training. * Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize resource use and deliver consistent revenue targets, utilizing CRM systems like Salesforce extensively. Minimum Qualifications * 3+ years' experience building and leading sales teams; ability to grow and scale upward with the company; second line management experience a plus * 5+ years direct and channel enterprise software selling experience is required * Bachelor's degree; MBA is a plus Preferred Qualifications * Relevant software industry experience in areas such as IT systems, enterprise or infrastructure management, application development and management, security, business applications, or analytics. * Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales quotas both individually and as a sales leader. * Strong leadership and influencing skills with the ability to build effective business partnerships internally and externally. * Expertise in business planning, progress measurement, problem identification, and solution development. * Proficiency in target account selling, solution selling, and consultative sales techniques; familiarity with MEDDIC/MEDDPICC and Challenger methodologies is advantageous. 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 $235,300.00 to $296,900.00 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: $235,300.00 - $341,500.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $228,100.00 - $331,100.00 * 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.

The application window is expected to close on 1/30/2026. This is an onsite role and will require working out of our Carlsbad, CA office location. Meet the Team As a Photonic Test Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing/supporting the next generation component and packaging platform for Cisco's Silicon Photonics Integrated Circuits and chipsets. As a key member of the platform development team that is responsible for developing photonic components, tools and processes, you'll devise, develop and execute engineering-test processes supporting novel optical components to be used in Cisco's silicon photonics product offerings. Your Impact Design, Develop and Support Devise, develop, build and perform engineering tests to support Cisco's silicon photonics co-packaged optics platform. Perform failure analysis on optical components and assemblies Resolve issues using structured problem-solving methodologies Recommend and implement test/assembly/process improvements, including cycle time reduction and automation of system to minimize required operator time and intervention Diagnostics Development & Lifecycle Management Support specialized testing needs to verify performance of new components, processes, and tools from development to production to ensure successful integration of new platform technologies Devise and perform complex tests needed during FA as part of development and continuous improvement Apply data analytics leveraging AI/ML for proactive problem detection and resolution Collaboration & Team Development Partner with hardware, software, manufacturing teams to ensure alignment and successful program delivery. Develop and execute project plans with predictability, quality and velocity. Collaborate and travel to assure successful product deployment across a global environment Minimum Qualifications Bachelors + 7 years of related experience, or Masters + 4 years of related experience, or PhD + 1 year of related experience. Experience with photonic test Preferred Qualifications C# and SQL skills highly desired Experience in hardware/software automation of photonics assembly/test. Data analysis (SQL/JMP) in a semiconductor production environment Knowledge of photonics, fiber optics and semiconductor lasers Ability to travel internationally occasionally 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 $128,200.00 to $162,300.00 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: $140,800.00 - $210,500.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $128,200.00 - $186,700.00 * 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.

Join Cisco's Process & Automation group and revolutionize optics manufacturing! We're seeking a dynamic Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and optimize our automated optics assembly processes. You'll be instrumental in establishing robust, repeatable process capability, expanding production capacity through scalable solutions, and ensuring exceptional quality that consistently surpasses product and process standards. Your expertise will directly accelerate new product introduction (NPI) success, drive production efficiency, and uphold our unwavering commitment to excellence in optics manufacturing. You will champion the design, development, and optimization of high-precision, automated assembly processes for wafer and module-level optical packaging. Engineer and refine robust assembly methodologies, ensuring high repeatability, scalability, and yield. Establish and optimize machine recipes and process parameters for prototype, pilot, and engineering test builds. Systematically identify and resolve process issues using 8D methodology and statistical analysis, driving root-cause solutions for sustained quality improvements. Design and implement Design of Experiments (DOE) to increase process capability and enable efficient scaling. You'll also specify, procure, and qualify custom assembly fixtures and tooling, and qualify in-house pilot assembly lines for high-volume production release. Bring up and manage contract manufacturers, orchestrating process transfer, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives. Analyze and refine manufacturing workflows, targeting bottlenecks, cost reduction, and improved cycle times through lean manufacturing practices. Create and maintain comprehensive process documentation to standardize quality, and conduct process risk assessments, implementing mitigation strategies for robust, high-quality outputs. Required Qualifications Consistent record in improving manufacturing capability (process development), capacity (volume scaling), and quality (yield/reliability). Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured engineering approach to driving process improvements Bachelors + 5 years of related experience, or Masters + 3 years of related experience, or PhD + 0 years of related experience Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to convey sophisticated technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Demonstrated ability to independently manage projects from initiation to completion. Preferred Qualifications Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies for scaling capacity and quality. Direct experience with new product introduction (NPI), successful transfer to high-volume manufacturing, and supporting Familiarity with high-volume contract manufacturing environments and supporting remote operations. Experience in bringing up and managing contract manufacturers. Experience in optics or photonics manufacturing including active alignment methods. Strong understanding of machine vision, controls, and sensors as applied to automated assembly systems. Proficiency with statistical analysis software (e.g., JMP or equivalent). Work Environment Onsite at our Carlsbad, CA facility. Occasional travel to contract manufacturing partners may be required. 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 $122,000.00 to $172,100.00 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: $135,800.00 - $222,400.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $122,000.00 - $197,900.00 * 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.

**Meet the Team** Are you passionate about selling cutting edge technology into some of the world's largest companies? Come join one of the most exciting companies & technologies in the Kubernetes space, Isovalent, the company behind the game changing eBPF, Cilium and Tetragon projects. We are a team of highly passionate technologists, transforming an entire industry. We believe deeply in Open Source, and value the diverse community around it. We aim to provide significant value to our customers with our value-added enterprise offerings. Our Isovalent Enterprise platform delivers unparalleled identity-aware networking, observability, and security for Kubernetes and beyond. Isovalent (*************************** is the company founded by the creators of Cilium (********************************* , eBPF (********************* and Tetragon (********************* . Isovalent builds open-source software and enterprise solutions solving networking, security, and observability needs for modern cloud native infrastructures. The flagship technology, Cilium, is the choice of leading global organizations, including Adobe, AWS, Capital One, Microsoft, Datadog, GitLab, Google, and many more. Isovalent now a part of Cisco. Isovalent is driven by a simple goal: Building amazing technology and making our customers successful with it. Beginning with our open source roots, building outstanding technology with a great team continues to be at the core of everything we do. We work every day to inspire our customers with our solutions and exceed their expectations. Beyond technology, many Isonauts share a love of the outdoors, running, hiking, skiing, climbing and biking. **Your Impact** Isovalent is seeking an Enterprise Account Executive to drive revenue for its game changing Isovalent Enterprise solution. This is a quota-carrying sales role targeting US East Enterprises solving complex use cases around networking, observability and security for their microservices and cloud-native applications. Reports directly to the Head of Sales & GTM for the Americas. + Define and execute strategy & sales plans for your region + Forecast, meet, and exceed quota expectations + Partner closely with technical resources to ensure technical excellence in all positioning, competitive analysis, proposals and exchanges. + Through a combination of inbound and outbound leads, develop and manage a high-velocity, ARR and TCV sales pipeline + Collaborate on and improve all aspects of the sales cycle, including product, support, demand gen, marketing and sales engineering + Provide customers and partners with proposals, pricing and configurations to meet their needs + Qualify, solution and articulate Isovalent value proposition(s) and key differentiators to prospects, customers and colleagues within Cisco + _Understand the cloud native market, being familiar with competing technologies, projects, companies and their offerings_ **Minimum Requirements** + 5+ years of Enterprise Sales experience selling to Fortune 500 Companies + Domain experience with one or more of the following required: Compute platforms (Kubernetes, VMware, RedHat, Openstack, Docker, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), Monitoring software, Data Center Security + Strong track record consistently overachieving sales targets + Experience in selling Enterprise Technologies based on Opensource Software + Experience selling to Cloud Native Platform and Security teams **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 $318,500.00 to $422,000.00 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: $318,500.00 - $480,300.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $303,800.00 - $458,700.00 * 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. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

The application window is expected to close on 1/30/2026. This is an onsite role and will require working out of our Carlsbad, CA office location. Meet the Team As a Photonic Packaging Engineer, you will play a key role in developing/supporting the next generation packaging platform for Cisco's Silicon Photonics Integrated Circuits and chipsets. You'll have the opportunity to work as a key member of the platform development team that is responsible for developing critical optical components, processes, and tools. Your Impact Design, Develop and Support Provide engineering support for Cisco's internally developed photonic assembly packaging tools. Gather and analyze data from Cisco's automated packaging tools/processes to shape new projects targeting improvement in novel subassemblies used in Cisco-designed high-volume manufacturing platforms. Recommend and implement test/assembly/process improvements, including cycle time reduction and automation of system to minimize required operator time and intervention. Design, build, and test prototypes of critical, complex electromechanical assemblies to be used in automated manufacturing/test tools. Diagnostics Development & Lifecycle Management Follow new tools, processes, and components from development to production to ensure successful integration of new platform technologies. Apply analytics and AI/ML to stimulate edge cases, optimize strategies, improve coverage, usability, debug capabilities and problem detection using structured problem-solving methodologies. Collaboration & Team Development Partner with hardware, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure multi-functional alignment and successful transition to manufacturing. Develop and execute project plans with predictability, quality and velocity. Collaborate and travel to assure successful product deployment across a global environment Mentor and develop high-performing teams, emphasizing continuous learning in diagnostics, data engineering, advanced analytics, and effective use of AI-assisted development tools. Minimum Qualifications Bachelors + 7 years of related experience, or Masters + 4 years of related experience, or PhD + 1 year of related experience Hardware/process automation experience Preferred Qualifications Experience in hardware/software automation of photonics assembly/test. Experience with machine vision in an automation environment. Data analysis (SQL/JMP) in a semiconductor production environment Software development using C# on .NET Knowledge of photonics, fiber optics and semiconductor lasers 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 $134,300.00 to $195,400.00 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: $152,400.00 - $255,100.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $134,300.00 - $224,800.00 * 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.

Database developer to support front end systems (as needed by developers across the organization, in support of web services, third party, or internal development needs) to the exclusion of reporting needs by other departments. Developed code includes but is not limited to PL/SQL in the form of Triggers, Procedures, Functions, & Materialized Views. Generates custom driven applications for intra-department use for business users in a rapid application development platform (primarily APEX). Responsible for functional testing and deployment of code through the development life cycle. Works with end-users to obtain business requirements. Responsible for developing, testing, improving, and maintaining new and existing processes to help users retrieve data effectively. Collaborates with administrators and business users to provide technical support and identify new requirements. Responsibilities Responsibilities: Design stable, reliable and effective database processes. Solve database usage issues and malfunctions. Gather user requirements and identify new features. Provide data management support to users. Ensure all database programs meet company and performance requirements. Research and suggest new database products, services, and protocols. Requirements and skills In-depth understanding of data management (e.g. permissions, security, and monitoring) Excellent analytical and organization skills An ability to understand front-end user requirements and a problem-solving attitude Excellent verbal and written communication skills Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned. Stays informed regarding current computer technologies and relational database management systems with related business trends and developments. Consults with respective IT management in analyzing business functions and management needs and seeks new and more effective solutions. Seeks out new systems and software that reduces processing time and/or provides better information availability and decision-making capability. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $115,000- 128,000 yearly Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Required Knowledge Considerable knowledge of on-line and design of computer applications. Require Experience One to three years of database development/administration experience. Skills/Abilities Strong creative and analytical thinking skills. Well organized with strong project management skills. Good interpersonal and supervisory abilities. Ability to train and provide aid others.

The application window is expected to close on: 12/18/25 NOTE: Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Applicants are expected to live within the regions noted in the requisition - those who live outside of the Western US will not be considered for this geo specific role. Ideal candidate will be located in California, and/or Western US. **Meet the Team** The Cloud + AI Infrastructure team delivers a scalable strategy with localized execution for data center customer transformation and growth. We serve as the Americas go-to-market engine for compute and data center networking, capturing market transitions and enabling sellers to expand customer growth for Cisco. Working alongside our colleagues, Cloud & AI Infrastructure develops sales strategies, activates sellers and technical communities, and accelerates the sales process. **Your Impact** We are seeking a Solutions Engineer - Artificial Intelligence (AI) to join our dynamic sales team. In this role, you will drive the adoption of our AI infrastructure solutions across various industries. You will identify potential clients, understand their specific needs, and provide tailored solutions that enhance their business operations. This position requires a deep understanding of AI infrastructure technologies and experience in conveying technical concepts to a diverse audience. You will build awareness, foster education, and drive enthusiasm for AI among internal team members, external partners, and other stakeholders. You will serve as a crucial link between technical teams, account teams, executives, and partners/customers. Additionally, you will showcase Cisco AI infrastructure solutions, highlighting their potential and promoting their tactical and technical benefits. You will play a vital role in the design, development, and promotion of AI solutions, addressing any challenges that arise. Travel will be required as needed to meet with clients and attend industry events. **Minimum Qualifications** · 4+ years of technical pre-sales experience selling compute, storage, and network solutions or similar cloud-based AI infrastructure. · Understanding and experience with AI/ML (Transformers, Deep Neural Networks, Reinforcement learning, ETL, Data Engineering, Data Processing PyTorch, Model Operations, AI Frameworks e.g. Langchain or similar) · Understanding of hardware accelerators like GPUs and DPUs, including how they are utilized and sized to scale AI infrastructure. **Preferred Qualifications** · Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field. An advanced degree is a plus. · Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to deliver engaging workshops on AI topics to both technical and non-technical audiences. · Proven soft skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, customer engagement and advocacy. · Experience with AI solutions from vendors such as Nvidia, AMD, Intel, Microsoft, Google, Meta, Dell, HPE, and other AI vendors. · In-depth understanding of language models, including but not limited to GPT-3, LLaMA, BERT, or similar architectures. · Experience in deploying large language models (LLMs) from Hugging Face in training, fine-tuning and distributed inferencing environments. · Familiarity with popular AI frameworks such as PyTorch and TensorFlow · Experience with popular databases like Oracle, MySQL, and MongoDB. AI vector databases like Chroma and AI data platforms like VAST · Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker) and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes) for scalable and efficient model deployment. **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 $257,800.00 to $325,400.00 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: $257,800.00 - $374,100.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $242,800.00 - $357,100.00 * 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. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

The application window is expected to close on 1/30/2026. This is an onsite role and will require working out of our Carlsbad, CA office location. Meet The Team: Work as part of a world class photonics team on the integration of Cisco's silicon photonics into our automated, high-volume packaging line. Our high-volume packaging line uses in-house designed/developed assembly and test tools and processes that provide a unique opportunity to seek modes of improvement that span from photonic chip design to optical assembly (i.e., integration of fibers, light sources, etc.). Advanced testing methods in combination with extensive data collection allow us to gain insight into interactions between materials and processes that drive improvements in product quality and overall capability of manufacturing technologies. This multi-disciplinary position requires an in-depth understanding of silicon photonics, optics, lasers, single-mode fiber-optics components (fiber arrays, optical multiplexers and demultiplexers, etc.), fiber-optic communications system, single-mode optical-alignment/packaging and advanced data analysis techniques (preferably using SAS jmp). Qualified candidates are expected to be able to apply advanced problem-solving skills to uncover, root cause and drive corrective action across engineering and manufacturing organizations. Your Impact: ● Lead teams in resolving yield and defectivity issues in the line related to final integration of photonic components in high volume manufacturing ● Help define/improve standards and design rules (i.e., design for manufacturing) for assembly of silicon photonics products ● Work with tool and development engineers to fundamentally understand complex interactions that arise when integrating the individual components that comprise silicon photonic based transceivers. ● Build engineering dashboards and monitors to track yields, defectivity and other quality and performances issues to direct efforts to improve optical components packaging tools/process. ● Present finding to team with clear written and verbal communications Who You'll Work With: You will be working with the core engineering team responsible for development of Cisco's high volume silicon photonics platform. You will be part of a dynamic technology development team that works to design processes and tools as part of Cisco's high-volume silicon photonics manufacturing platform. Who You Are: You are an engineer or scientist with experience in one or more of the following areas: fiber optic transceivers, optics, optical packaging and fiber optic components. Minimum Qualifications: ● Bachelors + 8 years of related experience, or Masters + 6 years of related experience, or PhD + 3 years of related experience. ● Demonstrated experience in one of the following: fiber optic transceivers, optics, optical packaging and fiber optic components. ● Industrial experience Preferred Qualifications: ● Advanced problem-solving skills. ● High-volume production experience is a plus ● Optical transceiver design/test experience is a plus ● Laser fabrication experience is a plus 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 $148,800.00 to $212,900.00 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: $168,800.00 - $277,400.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $148,800.00 - $248,200.00 * 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.

Oracle Cloud ERP Functional Consultant - RMCS (Risk Management Cloud Service) About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Oracle ERP Cloud RMCS (Risk Management and Compliance Support) Consultant to join our team supporting a leading banking client. This role requires close daily collaboration with offshore teams, active monitoring of scheduled jobs, timely resolution of business‑critical issues, and the implementation of enhancements that strengthen system performance and user experience. In This Role, You Will * Monitor and manage scheduled jobs and integrations within Oracle ERP Cloud. * Provide L2/L3 functional support for the RMCS (Risk Management Cloud Service) module. * Automate monitoring and control of user access across the ERP environment. * Track, analyze, and report on sensitive or restricted access. * Automate key risk and compliance activities to support audit readiness. * Safeguard access privileges and data integrity while ensuring compliance with internal and external audit requirements. Work Model: Hybrid We believe hybrid work offers the right balance of flexibility and collaboration. Based on business needs, this role prefers 1-2 days per week onsite at a client or Cognizant office in Buffalo, NY. No matter your working arrangement, we support a healthy work‑life balance through our wellbeing programs. Working arrangements are accurate as of the posting date and may evolve based on project, business, or client requirements. We will always communicate expectations clearly. What You Need to Have to Be Considered * Strong hands‑on experience with Oracle ERP Cloud RMCS (Risk Management Cloud Service). * Proficiency in monitoring and debugging scheduled jobs, including ESS jobs and integrations. * Experience in issue resolution, functional analysis, and implementing enhancements. * Solid understanding of accounting rules, journal processing, and financial reporting. * Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholder expectations effectively. * Prior experience in the banking or financial services domain is highly desirable. These Will Help You Stand Out * Experience in the banking or financial services industry. * Oracle Cloud Financials certification. * Additional exposure to Oracle Financials modules or compliance frameworks. We're excited to meet candidates who share our mission and can contribute in meaningful ways. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply-your transferable skills and unique experiences, which may be exactly what this role needs. Salary and Other Compensation Applications will be accepted until 02/12/2026 The annual salary range for this position is $130,000 - $155,000, depending on experience and qualifications. This role is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to applicable plan terms. Benefits Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, including: * Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance * Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off * 401(k) Plan with Company Contributions * Long‑term and Short‑term Disability * Paid Parental Leave * Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer: Salary, compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the posting date and may be modified at any time in accordance with applicable law. #LI-RC1

**Introduction** Technology Sales at IBM is evolving its way of working to break beyond boundaries with innovative approaches. Preferring to 'show' vs. 'tell' we're looking for recent graduates who want to combine their technical interests and education with the people skills needed to prospect and co-create with customers, partners, and colleagues on solutions to our clients' most complex business challenges. In a world where technology moves at speed, it's essential that we stay ahead of the curve to provide tailored solutions that meet our clients' needs. It's not enough for us to have the technical expertise, we need to be great with people - to empathize, understand, and collaborate on technical solutions that will improve lives all over the world. A Brand Technical Specialist role within IBM means you're providing clients with the heartbeat of their digital enterprise. A subject matter expert on a solution that's secure, reliable, scalable, sustainable, and can integrate with hybrid cloud and AI, you'll be co-creating with colleagues and clients to deliver the engine that sits at the centre of their digital transformation's success. IBM's comprehensive onboarding and industry leading learning culture will set you up for positive impact and success, whilst ongoing development will continually advance your career. Our sales environment is collaborative and experiential. Part of a team, you'll be surrounded by bright minds - always willing to help and be helped- as you apply passion to work that will compel our clients to invest in IBM's products and services. **Your role and responsibilities** As a Brand Technical Specialist, you'll work closely with clients to develop relationships, understand their needs, earn their trust and show them how IBM's industry leading solutions will solve their problems whilst delivering value to their business. Your primary responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: * Building Credibility and Trust: Through consultative methods at all levels, both internally and externally, to facilitate the closure of highly complex deals. * Developing Proposals: Build propositions for clients to grow their businesses by solving strategic and tactical business problems with IBM's proven technology solutions. * Delivering Proof of Concepts: Deliver proof of concepts and simplify complex technical subjects for client education. * Defining and Detailing IBM Solutions: Design feasible IBM solutions that complement and enhance clients' existing tech stacks. * Sales Prospecting: Apply IBM's sales methodology to identify new clients and opportunities for expansion with existing clients through multiple channels (email, phone, video creation, social media) - this includes a considerable amount of cold calling. * Supporting Teams for Sales Opportunities: Provide support to your team of Business Development and technical colleagues to identify and create up-/cross-sell opportunities within your assigned territory. To be successful in this role, you will need: * Confidence to contact and engage potential new customers and deliver an elevated experience. * Motivation to achieve sales, business objectives and high client satisfaction. * Aptitude to utilize selling technologies to network, engage clients, and identify new business opportunities. * Embrace curiosity and a growth mindset. * You may work with any of the following technologies: Data, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Cloud, Security or Systems Hardware. Opportunities are available in: Austin, TX, Atlanta GA, Boston MA, Chicago IL, Dallas TX, New York NY, Raleigh NC, San Francisco CA, Costa Mesa, CA and Washington DC. Approximately 25% travel may be required in this role, based on client needs and needs of the business. ~ IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship. **Required technical and professional expertise** * Technical Education: B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent technical experience. * Client Focused: Asks open-ended questions and understands needs to address business challenges. * Tech Savvy: Conversant about technology, latest industry trends and how it is being applied to address business challenges. * Team Player: Demonstrates team collaboration and can navigate different communication styles. * Excellent Communication Skills: Possess verbal, written, and interpersonal skills that are engaging, compelling and influential. * Self-Starter: Motivated to work with clients and can lead projects independently. **Preferred technical and professional experience** * Programming coursework or experience a plus. * Prior work experience in client sales or service. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Responsibilities * Coordinate with Other time zone/ offshore Team * Interact with users regarding there problem * Support Ticket solutions and handling * Understand new products/Tools being introduced to support them * Azure Devops CICD and Administration Qualifications * 5-7 years of experience in Azure DevOps Services o Hands-on experience with: § Repos (Git), pipelines, permissions/security, boards/backlogs, and artifacts/feeds § Troubleshooting builds and releases for engineering teams * 3-5 years of experience in Scripting and Automation o Proficiency in PowerShell or Bash to: § Automate routine support and maintenance tasks § Collect diagnostics and interact with Azure DevOps or cloud resources * 3-5 years of experience in .NET / C# and Build Troubleshooting o Ability to: § Build and debug C#/.NET solutions § Read and interpret build logs, dependency issues, and common failures § Work with MSBuild-based pipelines * 2-3 years of experience in Cloud and Infrastructure Basics o Experience with at least one major cloud platform (Azure preferred, AWS, GCP, VMware, or similar) o Familiarity with: § Provisioning and managing virtual machines § Core concepts of Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Packer, or similar tools) Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future

Application Window expected to close 03/01/2026. Meet the Team Join Cisco's Silicon Photonics group, where we combine deep expertise in analog, digital, and optical design to build the world's fastest networking solutions. We're a collaborative, innovative team passionate about pushing the limits of high-speed connectivity. Your Impact As a Hardware Design Engineer, you'll lead the design and development of next-generation 100G/200G/400G photonics ICs. From architecture to lab validation, you'll shape product direction, mentor engineers, and ensure Cisco stays at the forefront of optical networking innovation. Specific responsibilities include: * Drive architecture, design, and verification of high-speed mixed-signal and photonics circuits. * Define and document chip-level specifications and verification plans. * Collaborate across optical, electrical, firmware, and manufacturing teams to deliver end-to-end solutions. * Lead lab validation, debug, and yield improvement activities. * Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelors + 7 years of related experience, or Masters + 4 years of related experience, or PhD + 1 year of related experience, or equivalent related work experience * Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering (or related field). * Experience in analog/mixed-signal IC design for high-speed system. * Lab validation and test experience with high-speed equipment. * Experience writing code with Python or C for automation and/or analysis. * Expertise with design tools (Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre, Calibre, etc.). Preferred Qualifications * Deep expertise in photonics and high-speed datapath circuits (modulators, TIAs, PLLs, ADC/DAC, CDR). * Knowledge of industry standards (IEEE 802.3, QSFP, OSFP, QSFP-DD). * Experience leading cross-functional teams and making critical design tradeoffs. * Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills. 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 $130,600.00 to $182,200.00 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: $152,400.00 - $255,100.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $134,300.00 - $224,800.00 * 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.

Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens. Applications are accepted until further notice. Meet the Team The ASIC Group works closely with other development teams within Cisco, including marketing, system hardware, software, product engineering, and manufacturing. Through this collaboration, members of our group play a major role in defining, developing and bringing new products to market across Cisco's product line. Open-minded, driven, diverse and deeply creative people at Cisco craft the hardware that makes the internet work. Bring your knowledge of computers and networking and take it to a new level in any one of the following product categories including: cloud, social, mobile/wireless, video, VoIP, collaboration, web, Internet of Things, routing, switching, IPv6, data center, HPC, TelePresence and many more. Your work will affect billions globally. Your Impact Join our award-winning ASIC team, where you'll collaborate with top industry talent to design and deliver ground breaking communications and network processing silicon. You'll contribute to system and processor architecture, high-speed logic design and verification, digital signal processing, memory and custom library development, physical design, DFT, signal integrity, and advanced packaging. Work with the latest VLSI techniques and deep submicron technologies, owning projects from concept to in-house physical implementation. Minimum Qualifications Completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within 12 months, of a Bachelor's degree program. Familiarity with hardware description languages (HDLs), such as Verilog or VHDL. Experience with RTL design and simulation tools (e.g., Synopsys, Cadence, Mentor Graphics). Exposure to scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl, TCL) for automation. Familiarity with ASIC/SoC design flow including synthesis, place & route, and timing closure. Preferred Qualifications Experience with ASIC verification methodologies (e.g., UVM, SystemVerilog) Understanding of physical design and DFT (Design for Test) principles Familiarity with Linux-based development environments Ability to adapt to new technologies and problem-solve sophisticated engineering challenges Excellent organizational, teamwork, and communication skills 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. Simply put - we power the future. 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. 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: 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: $94,200.00 - $137,500.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $84,000.00 - $122,200.00 * 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.

About the group: Cognizant's Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about accepting digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the constantly evolving needs of the digital era. Our broad approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to own the business in a secure environment. Role: Lead AI Architect (X-Shaped Multiplier) Location: Irvine, CA Mandatory skills: Agentic AI Architecture Design, AIOps Driven Triage & Auto Remediation (with RAG), Cloud & Platform Ops (GCP Focused), Observability, LLMOps & Evaluation Frameworks, EUC Agentification, Endpoint Automation, Incident & Runbook Automation We are looking for a Lead AI Architect who functions as a force multiplier. You are not just an expert in code; you are a credible leader who bridges the gap between traditional enterprise software and the frontier of AI. Your primary mission is to build a self-sustaining ecosystem of AI talent-teaching your team how to "fish" in the world of AI Engineering and empowering them to pass those skills to the next generation. The X-Shaped Framework * Deep Vertical: Java Full-Stack mastery (Spring Framework) and AI Engineering patterns. * Broad Horizontal: Cross-team collaboration, Digital Engineering methods, and Product Strategy. * The Core (Intersection): Leadership credibility, mentorship, and the ability to foster a "teaching culture." Core Responsibilities AI Engineering Leadership & Mentorship * Teach to Fish: Actively pair with developers to transition them from traditional software roles to high-performing AI Engineers. * Scale the Knowledge: Establish "mentor-the-mentor" programs to ensure AI Engineering practices are disseminated across the entire organization. * Lead by Doing: Remain hands-on in the codebase, demonstrating how to apply Extreme Programming (XP)-such as Pair Programming and TDD-to non-deterministic AI outputs. Advanced AI Integration * Context & Prompt Engineering: Architect complex, structured prompt engineering and context engineering pipelines that move beyond simple chat inputs into sophisticated agentic workflows. * AI-PDLC Mastery: Drive the AI Product Development Lifecycle, utilizing spec-driven development and agent-as-code patterns to ensure AI features are predictable, testable, and aligned with business goals. * Data Set Engineering: Oversee the curation and engineering of high-quality data sets for model grounding and fine-tuning. Modern Enterprise Architecture * Java Full-Stack: Leverage deep experience in the Spring Framework to build robust, scalable backends that treat AI models as integrated system components. * AI Tooling & Frameworks: Deploy and manage advanced tools including Google Vertex AI, Langchain, CrewAI, MCP, A2A and GitHub Copilot. (We should consider adding Python as most of the frameworks are also Python based) Tools: GitHub Copilot, MCP (Model Context Protocol), Vector Databases (e.g., Pinecone or Vertex Vector Search). Salary and Other Compensation: Applications will be accepted until 2/6/2026 The annual salary for this position is between $135,000- $160,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans. Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: * Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance * Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off * 401(k) plan and contributions * Long-term/Short-term Disability * Paid Parental Leave * Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

**J** **ob Description** The Senior Software Development Engineer will be a key domain and technology contributor and will report to the Software Development Manager. This is an excellent position for someone who is currently a developer/technical leader and would like to be a part of a highly efficient and distributed software development team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Azure IoT Edge, Generative AI, and Embedded Systems using C/C++. **Job responsibilities** for this position include (but are not limited to) the following: · Author and implement software design specifications, take ownership of product components and features. Own and maintain the various subsystems within the product. · Work with offshore development center resources if needed. Author, drive and validate design, test and cybersecurity artifacts as part of the standard development process using outsourced partners. · Provide expertise and leadership in the review and validation of all software development deliverables ranging from requirements documentation, high level/detailed design, system architecture, test plans, test designs, test automation designs, test cases and test automation suite. · Work with cross-functional product development teams (product development, product management, program management, and Delivery team) to define, refine and execute software testing to ensure delivery of high-quality product components. · Be a thought leader and a software test practice champion within the R&D organization. Push the envelope on innovation by bringing forward new test ideas and processes for improving the efficiency of our execution and validation processes. · - Develop and implement cutting-edge solutions using Azure IoT Edge to enhance connectivity and data processing capabilities. · - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Generative AI technologies into existing systems, improving efficiency and innovation. · - Design and maintain embedded systems using C/C++ to ensure robust and reliable performance in various applications. · - Conduct thorough testing and debugging of software components to ensure high-quality deliverables. · - Provide technical guidance and support to junior developers, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. · - Oversee the deployment and maintenance of IoT solutions, ensuring seamless operation and minimal downtime. · - Analyze system requirements and develop detailed specifications to meet project objectives and timelines. · - Work closely with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions. · - Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve and innovate our solutions. · - Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in all development activities. · - Document all development processes and maintain comprehensive records for future reference and audits. · - Optimize system performance by identifying and addressing bottlenecks and inefficiencies. · - Contribute to the companys strategic goals by delivering impactful solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and drive growth. **Qualifications / Required Skills and Experience** : · A BS/MS in Computer Science/Engineering. Strong technical/engineering background with the ability to analyze and solve difficult business problems in a complex domain. · Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in Embedded Systems development using C/C++, with a focus on performance and reliability. · Possess a strong background in Azure IoT Edge, with proven experience in developing and deploying IoT solutions. · Demonstrate expertise in Generative AI, with a track record of successful integration into existing systems. · Very strong debugging, memory management skills along with strong communication skills. · Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills on Windows platform (C++). · 6 to 8 years of experience with software product design, development and testing for infrastructure software products. · Well versed with Lean/Agile software development and testing principles used for high quality software development. · Experience working with distributed / remote development and test resources to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of software releases is desirable. · Experience working with AzureDevOps using Git or TFVC. · Good understanding and working knowledge of Unit Testing Frameworks such as MSTest, NUnit or XUnit and Mocking frameworks such as MS Fakes, Moq. NMock. · Prior experience with Wonderware System Platform / InTouch is desirable. · Highly motivated self-starter with an innovative thinking bias. · Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. · Show a commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends. · Display strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. · Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to articulate the problem and solution space to different kinds of audiences Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The application window is expected to close on: 02/28/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. This is a hybrid role and will work out of our Carlsbad, CA or Allentown, PA office location. Meet the Team: The system hardware team in Cisco Client Optical Group is seeking a Senior PCB and Signal/Power Integrity Engineer for the design and analysis of high-speed PCB/substrate and power distribution networks. As a member of the hardware design team, you will help develop the next generations of Cisco optical module products, participating in the definition and design of current and next-generation ASICs, packages, PCBs and PCBAs. You will be working in a team of electrical and mechanical engineers, collaborating closely with system architects, ASIC engineers, package engineers, layout engineer and other SI/PI engineers in the creation of next-generation optical modules. Your Impact: High-speed link modeling and simulation, including high-speed I/O, IC package, chip-on-chip-on-substrate design and system interconnections. Modeling and analyzing power delivery networks. Electromagnetic modeling of complex 3-dimensional structures. Work with layout engineer on PCB placement and routing for best SI and PI performance. Perform pre- and post-route signal integrity analysis of both PCB and ASIC package designs and correct the issues on the layout. Write signal integrity design guidelines, PCB test plans, and test reports. Decide appropriate PCB material, stack-up, and work with vendors to address any DFM (Design for Manufacturability) issues. Support prototype function bring-up, validation, and troubleshooting. Work closely with other hardware team members including HW design, CAD, Mechanical, Power, EMC, and Diagnostics to deliver first-class products. Drive the definition, implementation, and continuous improvement of advanced SI/PI methodologies, simulation flows, and design processes. Lead comprehensive SI/PI/PCB design reviews, providing expert guidance and ensuring adherence to stringent performance and reliability targets. Minimum Qualifications: 5+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's Degree in EE, or 3+ years of experience with a Master's Degree. Experience applying EE fundamentals, EM theory, and coupling mechanisms in circuit or system design, analysis, troubleshooting through projects, coursework, or work experience. Demonstrated experience with simulation or analysis of transmission lines, channel modeling, and signal/power integrity via academic or professional projects. High-speed PCB design experience from concept to release. Practical experience configuring and interpreting measurements from VNA, TDR, and oscilloscopes, demonstrated in lab, research, or engineering roles. Preferred Qualifications: Working knowledge of tools such as: HFSS, Cadence Clarity 3Dlayout and workbench, Cadence PowerSI/PowerDC, Allegro PCB Editor, and Allegro Package Designer. Self-motivation, collaboration, strong communication, and a desire to innovate are important. Working experience with high-speed NRZ and PAM4 SerDes, as well as high-speed PCB/package development and PI analysis. Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering Knowledge of optical transceiver module types, form factors, and requirements. 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 $122,000.00 to $172,100.00 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: $135,800.00 - $222,400.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $122,000.00 - $197,900.00 * 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.