Cloud Engineer

Round 1: Technical interview (coding & system design) → Round 2: Technical interview (architecture & problem solving) → Round 3: HR interview

Cisco fosters a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages continuous learning and innovation. Employees enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with flexible work arrangements, wellness initiatives, and ample opportunities for professional growth.

Candidates typically face a three‑round interview process: a coding and system design round, a technical deep‑dive round focusing on architecture and problem solving, followed by an HR round. Questions often cover data structures, algorithms, cloud concepts, Kubernetes, and real‑time system design. Preparation for coding challenges and mock system design sessions is highly recommended.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, or related engineering discipline (or Master’s degree) with a minimum of 60% marks/6.5 CGPA. Two years of relevant experience for Bachelor’s holders; no experience required for Master’s holders. No backlogs allowed. Candidates must be eligible for employment in India.

Cisco, a global leader in networking, security, collaboration and infrastructure technologies, is looking for a Cloud Engineer to join its Bengaluru team. With a legacy of innovation and a commitment to secure, reliable, and scalable solutions, Cisco empowers organizations worldwide to thrive in a digital world. The Cloud Engineer role is a hybrid of software development and platform engineering. You will design, build, and maintain cloud‑native services, migrate legacy workloads to public cloud environments, and automate operational tasks. The position requires hands‑on experience with Java 8+ or Python, Kubernetes, and container ecosystems, as well as a solid understanding of real‑time systems and server‑side development. Key responsibilities include: 1. Designing and implementing cloud infrastructure and server‑side features. 2. Migrating existing services to cloud platforms while ensuring security and compliance. 3. Automating server management and deployment pipelines using scripting and IaC tools. 4. Building observability solutions with Elasticsearch, Prometheus, and Grafana. 5. Developing and maintaining monitoring dashboards and alerting mechanisms. 6. Working on VoIP and call control processing for real‑time communication services. 7. Delivering end‑to‑end application features from backend to UI. 8. Taking ownership of production services from design through post‑deployment support. 9. Collaborating with cross‑functional teams in an Agile environment. 10. Applying security best practices and change‑management processes. Tech stack: Java (Spring), Python, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS/Azure/GCP, Terraform, Helm, Git, CI/CD pipelines, Elasticsearch, Prometheus, Grafana, VoIP protocols, AI/ML frameworks. Growth path: Starting as a Cloud Engineer, you can progress to Senior Cloud Engineer, Lead Engineer, or Cloud Architect, with opportunities to specialize in AI, observability, or security. Why join Cisco? The company offers competitive compensation, a culture of continuous learning, global exposure, and a mission to shape the future of technology. Employees enjoy flexible work arrangements, wellness programs, and a collaborative environment that values innovation and impact. Overall, this role is ideal for engineers who thrive on building reliable, scalable cloud services and want to work on cutting‑edge technologies in a supportive, growth‑oriented setting.