Software Engineer (Entry Level)

About the role

Cisco is hiring fresh graduates for an entry‑level Software Engineer position within its Product and Engineering division in India. The role is full‑time, hybrid and offers exposure to the complete software development lifecycle, including coding, testing, debugging, secure development practices and Agile teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify code for small features under guidance from senior engineers.
• Write unit tests, assist in integration testing and help improve test coverage.
• Participate in sprint planning, daily stand‑ups and retrospectives following Agile principles.
• Collaborate with product and design teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Apply secure coding standards and contribute to code reviews.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting, debugging and performance tuning.

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Software Engineering or a related technical field.
• Zero years of professional experience; internships or academic projects that demonstrate programming exposure are acceptable.
• Basic understanding of data structures, algorithms and object‑oriented concepts.
• Willingness to learn software engineering processes and work in a collaborative environment.

Skills

• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, C++, Python).
• Fundamental knowledge of software development, testing and debugging.
• Awareness of secure coding principles and privacy considerations.
• Familiarity with Agile development practices.
• Good problem‑solving ability and effective communication skills.

Benefits

• Access to Cisco’s extensive learning resources and mentorship programs.
• Opportunity to work on real product features across multiple engineering locations.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive health, wellness and family support benefits.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge networking and cloud technologies.