Cisco Off-Campus Drive: Software Engineer - Internal Applications

Cisco is hiring for the Software Engineer - Internal Applications (New Grad) position. This role is a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates and students currently pursuing their degrees who are eager to kickstart their careers in software engineering.

As part of Cisco IT, you will gain hands-on experience designing, developing, testing, and improving business software applications and platforms, leveraging modern cloud technologies, container platforms, and CI/CD pipelines.

Job Details

Company: Cisco Systems

Official Job Title: Software Engineer - Internal Applications - New Grad (UHR)

Category: Product and Engineering

Location: Bangalore

Experience Required: New Graduate / Fresher

Eligibility: Currently pursuing a bachelor’s in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields.

About the Role

Cisco IT acts as its own first customer to shape and refine the experiences delivered to the world. With a relentless focus on agility, quality, and security, the team continuously delivers impactful business outcomes.

As a New Grad Software Engineer, you will contribute to building tools and automation to enhance reliability and performance. You will learn to work across the development stack and utilize diverse programming languages to drive business transformation.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, your daily impact will include:

• Applying engineering, mathematics, and computer science principles to design and develop applications.
• Automating deployments and operational workflows, ensuring continuous availability of systems.
• Monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing applications in data center and cloud environments.
• Implementing secure, test-driven development practices with continuous integration and delivery.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to address evolving requirements and system improvements.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must satisfy the following minimum requirements:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Foundational understanding of computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, OOP).
• Experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, GoLang, C/C++) through academic or personal projects.
• Familiarity with software development concepts, including version control (Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills and an eagerness to learn new technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

What sets you apart? The following skills are highly valued:

• Demonstrated experience building small-scale applications, automation scripts, or open-source contributions.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) or container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and agile development methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluent in English.
• Collaborative mindset with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the Cisco Software Engineer - New Grad position through the official career application page.

👉 CLICK HERE TO APPLY:

https://careers.cisco.com/global/en/job/CISCISGLOBAL2009166EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Software-Engineer-Internal-Applications-New-Grad-UHR

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the official role title at Cisco?

The official title is Software Engineer - Internal Applications - New Grad (UHR).

2. Who is eligible to apply for this role?

Students currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field are eligible.

3. What programming languages are required?

Experience with at least one programming language (such as Python, Java, JavaScript, GoLang, or C/C++) is required.

4. Are cloud computing skills necessary?

While not strictly mandatory, exposure to cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is highly preferred.

5. What kind of projects will I work on?

You will assist in designing, developing, and testing internal business software applications and platforms.

6. Does this role involve DevOps practices?

Yes, you will work with CI/CD pipelines, automate deployments, and use container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.

7. Do I need previous professional experience?

No, this is a New Grad role. Academic projects, personal projects, and open-source contributions are highly valued.

8. What is the purpose of the Cisco IT team?

Cisco IT acts as the company's 'first customer,' shaping internal experiences and driving business transformation through secure, agile digital solutions.

9. What is the Job ID for this position?

The Job ID is 2009166.

10. Does Cisco accept applications on a rolling basis?

This posting is to advertise potential job opportunities; candidates who apply may be contacted when a relevant position opens.

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