principal software engineering Principal Engineer tech_leadership · Posted Mar 17, 2026

About this role

Cisco is hiring a principal-level Principal Engineer in the software engineering function based in Caesarea, Israel. The posting calls out experience with Python, Networking.

Role
Principal Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
principal
Track
Tech leadership
Employment
Full-time
Location
Caesarea, Israel
Department
Product and Engineering
Posted
Mar 17, 2026
AI Summary
Define features and specifications for next-generation networking silicon devices. Model and analyze networks using data-driven approaches, presenting simulation results for cutting-edge solutions. Requires C++/Python proficiency, networking research experience, and strong technical communication skills.

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Job description

from Cisco careers

What You'll Do

Join our Cisco Silicon One architecture team, the core of silicon development at Cisco. Our architects manage all aspects of system chip development and provide specifications to various development teams. In this role you will:

  • Define the features and specifications of future devices.
  • Utilize a data-driven approach to model and analyze networks of tomorrow, providing optimal solutions for our customers.
  • Model, analyze, and present simulation results for cutting-edge networking solutions across various use cases.
  • Apply strong networking research skills and a robust theoretical background to your work.

Who You'll Work With

You will be part of Cisco’s Silicon One architecture team, which is central to Cisco’s ASIC group.

Our team, which operates with a startup mentality within a stable and leading corporation, drives the development of next-generation networking devices—Cisco Silicon One™.

Our design center is unique, hosting all silicon hardware and software development disciplines at one site. We are revolutionizing the industry by building a new internet for AI networks and the 5G era, with a unified, programmable silicon architecture that will underpin all of Cisco's future routing and switching products.

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