Software Architect

What You'll Do
Cisco's CX (Customer Experience) Cloud & Automation team is looking for a Software Architect to work as part of virtual team to design, build, test and integrate the Cloud & Automation solutions. The team works with large Service Provider and Enterprise customers to help transform their networks to virtualized, automated, cloud enabled, self-healing and secure network systems. The Automation solutions cover both physical and virtual infrastructure including Network Function Virtualization (NFV), Hardware/Software Disaggregation, Cloud, DC, WAN, Mobility and Security infrastructure.
The Software Architect role is to work with a team of software developers working on Automation solutions leveraging software products & tools from both Cisco and non-Cisco (OpenSource, 3rd party) vendors. The Automation solutions may be comprised of software products & tools such as Cisco NSO, Cisco Matrix NFV solutions to automate Cisco and 3rd party Virtual Nework Functions (VNFs), Ansible, OpenStack, Open Network Automation Platform (ONAP), Integration Middleware, Workflow Management and UI/Portal systems.
Who You are
The Team is comprised of Cloud & Automation Architects, Software Development Leads and Software Developers who work on customer's software integration, automation & orchestration projects. The work activities are;

• to understand customer requirements,
• advise customer on possible solution options
• design the solution
• implementation of solution using Cisco and 3rd party products with potential extensions and customizations,
• integrate into existing customer's OSS/BSS systems,
• package and deploy solution in the target environments
• perform integration, system & acceptance testing in various non-production as well as in a customer's production environment
• and then provide day-2 support and ongoing optimization.

Who You'll Work With
The Team interacts with Customer, Business Units, Sales team and Technical Services during the lifecycle of a project through Presales scoping/Proof-Of-Concept/Project delivery/Optimization. The role is to work in a small team of software SMEs spread globally.
Responsibilties & Qualifications
The role of Software Architect is to work with a team of software developers & other Automation architects to build and deliver integration, automation & orchestration solutions. Internally, the person works with the virtual team of developers and testers and externally, the person may work with customer's technical leads and middle management.
The candidate should be able to perform the following activities: comprehension of solution requirements & documentation, solution architecture & design, Test-Driven and Behavior Driven development (TDD/BDD), software customization, software deployment architecture and software packaging, integration, system and customer acceptance testing for the customer's software solution.
Candidate must be experienced on Agile Software Development methodology.
The candidate should have prior experience (about 6-8 years) of delivering on complex and highly scalable software projects.
The candidate should have strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across internal and external organizations. The person should be self-motivated and able to work independently and/or in support of small teams
Desired Skills
The person should have skillsets on most of these software technologies:

• Hands-on experience with programming languages like Java, Python, JavaScript, No-SQL & Relational Databases
• Working knowledge of Cisco Matrix analytics is preferred with strong background in data science, data engineering, and deep SQL
• Expertise with XML, JSON, XSLT, RESTful API
• Hands on experience with SDLC tools (Jenkins, Git, Automated Testing Frameworks)
• Working knowledge of MEAN stack (Mongo, Express, Angular & Node.JS) is preferred
• Working knowledge of BPMN workflow engines (jBPM/Activiti or Camunda etc) is preferred
• Hands on experience with software integration - Web Services (SOAP/RESTful), ESB
• Working knowledge of network & software configuration tools such as Cisco Tail-f/ NSO, Ansible, Chef/Puppet
• Knowledge of Virtualization & Cloud (VMware, OpenStack)
• Knowledge of Analytics with Big Data, AI, Machine Learning algorithms
• Exposure to networking architectures including DC, WAN, Campus, Mobility, Security is a plus

Why Cisco
The Intent-based Networking is a phenomenon transforming our customers' businesses worldwide and driving new opportunities for Cisco. We are pioneers and have been since the early days of connectivity. Today, we are building teams that are expanding our technology solutions in Mobility, Cloud, Security, Collaboration, DC, IT, and Analytics with a focus on Automation and Software. As Cisco delivers the network that powers the Internet, we are connecting the unconnected, imagine creating unprecedented disruption. Your revolutionary ideas will impact everything from retail, healthcare, entertainment, banking, service providers, to public and private sectors, and far beyond. Collaborate with like-minded innovators in a fun and flexible culture that has earned Cisco global recognition as a Great Place To Work and accelerate your career with exponential possibilities at Cisco.
#WeAreCisco, where each person is unique, but we bring our talents to work as a team and make a difference powering an inclusive future for all.
We embrace digital, and help our customers implement change in their digital businesses. Some may think we're "old" (36 years strong) and only about hardware, but we're also a software company. And a security company. We even invented an intuitive network that adapts, predicts, learns and protects. No other company can do what we do - you can't put us in a box!
But "Digital Transformation" is an empty buzz phrase without a culture that allows for innovation, creativity, and yes, even failure (if you learn from it.)
Day to day, we focus on the give and take. We give our best, give our egos a break, and give of ourselves (because giving back is built into our DNA.) We take accountability, bold steps, and take difference to heart. Because without diversity of thought and a dedication to equality for all, there is no moving forward.
So, you have colorful hair? Don't care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That's cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us!
Cisco Covid-19 Vaccination Requirements
The health and safety of Cisco's employees, customers, and partners is a top priority. Our goal is to protect and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 infection for strong business resiliency during the pandemic. Therefore, Cisco may require new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 if the role requires business-related travel, meeting with customers/partners (including visiting third-party sites on behalf of Cisco), attending trade events, and Cisco office entry, unless otherwise prohibited by applicable law, and in countries where COVID-19 vaccination is legally required. The company will consider legally required accommodations/exceptions for medical, religious, and other reasons as per the requirements of the role and in accordance with applicable law. Additional information will be provided to candidates about the requirements and accommodation process at the offer time based on region.