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From the employer's careers site First seen 29 Oct 2026

Software Engineer Intern

Cisco entry internship

Salary

$44,000 - $185,000 per year

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Description

Acacia, now part of Cisco, is looking for a Software Engineer Intern to join their Hardware team. The team designs and builds cutting-edge coherent modules for data center and long-haul markets.

As a Software Engineer Intern, you will play a vital role in designing and maintaining crucial technology platforms, such as operating systems and networks, that power the future of global connectivity. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to build stable, user-friendly software while considering the critical interplay between software and hardware components.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain robust software components for optical platform solutions
  • Implement QA and testing protocols to ensure system reliability and performance
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate software with cutting-edge hardware
  • Debug complex issues to optimize system stability and user experience

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program (Associate's or Bachelor's) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field
  • Proficiency in C/C++, Python, or Java, demonstrated through 1+ year of experience in an academic, project, or professional capacity
  • Previous experience with software QA, unit testing, or debugging procedures in an academic, project, or professional capacity

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with Linux environments and core operating system concepts
  • Understanding of modern computer networking principles and protocols
  • Experience deploying web applications or services using cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Exposure to database management and back-end web service development
  • Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles applied within a software environment

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Basic life insurance
  • Paid time away (10 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year)
  • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer

Skills

Required

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