Principal Software Engineer, AI Defense (Hybrid)

Cisco · Milpitas

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Company
Cisco
Location
Milpitas
Employment type
Full-time
Posted
October 31, 2026

About this job

We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the security architecture for Cisco's AI Defense platforms. Drive the design of high-throughput control and data planes, safeguarding enterprise AI workflows. Ideal for experienced engineers with a strong background in distributed systems and AI security.

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