Software Engineer Intern
OverviewMeet the TeamAt Cisco, we build the software that powers the global internet. Join our engineering team to develop the infrastructure that connects billions of people, businesses, and governments. You will work alongside industry experts to solve complex technical challenges in networking, cloud, and system engineering.Your ImpactYou will develop, test, and refine the software that forms the backbone of our platforms—from networking protocols and embedded systems to scalable cloud applications. Your work will directly influence the reliability and performance of our global solutions.We value engineers who prioritize quality and continuous improvement. You will be expected to influence technical decisions, optimize system designs, and use AI-assisted workflows to streamline development. You will take ownership of your projects, adapt to evolving challenges, and deliver high-quality, secure, and privacy-focused code.Software Engineer - Networking ProtocolsJoin our team to develop next-generation networking protocols. If you enjoy solving complex technical puzzles and want to improve network performance and scalability, this is the right role for you.What You’ll Bring:Core CS: Strong grasp of Data Structures and Algorithms.Networking: Academic foundation in TCP/IP, routing, and switching. Experience with network simulation tools (e.g., Cisco Packet Tracer, GNS3) or Wireshark is preferred.Technical Skills: Proficiency in C or C++ with experience in multi-threading and socket programming.Security: Understanding of modern security frameworks, including firewalls, Zero Trust architecture, and encryption protocols (e.g., TLS).AI Tooling: Ability to use AI coding assistants (e.g., Claude, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate development and automate testing.Software Engineer - Application DevelopmentJoin our team to build scalable, high-impact cloud applications. If you are interested in modern software development and creating intuitive user experiences, we want to hear from you.What You’ll Bring:Core CS: Strong grasp of computer science principles and development frameworks.Languages: Proficiency in at least one major language (Java, Python, Go, or React).Web Fundamentals: Understanding of HTTP, RESTful APIs, and database concepts (SQL/NoSQL).System Design: Ability to think critically about application scalability and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).AI Tooling: Ability to use AI coding assistants to troubleshoot, optimize, and accelerate development.Software Engineer - Embedded and System DevelopmentJoin our team to work on low-level programming and embedded systems. If you are interested in building high-performance systems where software meets hardware, this is the right role for you.What You’ll Bring:Core CS: Strong grasp of computer architecture and digital design principles.Programming: Proficiency in C/C++ and Python, with an interest in memory management and resource-constrained environments.OS Internals: Understanding of processes, threads, memory management, and user/kernel space separation.Hardware: Exposure to microcontrollers, RTOS, device drivers, or hardware-software interfacing.AI Tooling: Ability to use AI coding assistants to optimize system logic and generate reliable code.Common AI Proficiency requirements (all profiles)Candidates Must Demonstrate a Forward-thinking Approach To AI-integrated Engineering:AI-Assisted Development & SDLC: Active use of AI tools (e.g., Cursor, GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex) to accelerate coding, automate testing, and improve code quality, while maintaining human-in-the-loop accountability and process transparency.AI Agents & Advanced Workflows: Experience or strong interest in moving beyond basic prompting to autonomous systems, including task decomposition, agentic development, and exposure to frameworks like LangChain, LangGraph and the Model Context Protocol (MCP).LLM Fundamentals & Architecture: A solid conceptual understanding of Generative AI, including token usage, context windows, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), vector databases, and the basics of production engineering (guardrails, monitoring and scaling).Minimum QualificationsMaster’s degree in Computer Science/Electronics.Preferred QualificationsProven ability to resolve complex technical problems.Excellent collaboration and communication skills.Self-motivated with a strong drive to achieve results.Please note that this vacancy is for 2028 Batch.If an employer asks you to pay any kind of fee, please notify us immediately. Talentd does not charge any fee from applicants and we do not allow other companies to do so.Key SkillsSQLC++JavaPythonTCP/IPReactCAzureAWSGoRelated TagsNetworkingSoftware EngineerInternshipCloudEmbeddedBrowse More JobsJobs in BangaloreEducation RequirementsMaster’s degree in Computer ScienceMaster’s degree in ElectronicsEligible Batch Years2029, 2028, 2027, 2026CiscoCisco Systems, Inc. is a globally renowned leader in networking technology, cybersecurity, and communications solutions. Founded in 1984, Cisco has played a pivotal role in shaping the internet and enterprise networking landscapes. With its mission to power an inclusive future for all, the company develops and sells a wide range of products and services, including routers, switches, cloud-based collaboration tools, and security solutions. Cisco serves enterprises, governments, and service providers worldwide, enabling digital transformation and secure connectivity.Headquartered in San Jose, California, USA, Cisco employs over 80,000 people globally and maintains a strong market position as one of the most influential multinational technology corporations. The company is consistently recognized for innovation, sustainability initiatives, and corporate social responsibility. 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