Principal Software Engineer (Security & Policy Platform) (Remote)

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09/21/2026Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

This is a fully remote opportunity open to candidates located anywhere in the United States.

Meet the Team

You will join Cisco’s Security and Policy Platform Group, a foundational organization responsible for transforming Cisco’s Security products from single point products to comprehensive security outcomes, as a Principal Engineer. The team delivers secure, scalable capabilities enabling customers to control and security policies across Cisco and third-party products.

This work spans cloud and client infrastructure, security, policy and networking, with a strong emphasis on reliability, interoperability, and long-term scalability!

Your Impact

• Innovate, develop, and drive unique software and technology solutions with global impact across Cisco’s broader product portfolio and multiple technology and business groups.
• Act as an internal, external, and industry expert, applying deep technical expertise to provide mentorship and consultation on sophisticated challenges.
• Serve as a domain expert or cross-domain integrator, leveraging breadth of knowledge to connect emerging technology trends and assess their impact on Cisco products.
• Guide and set standards for the technical direction of Cisco’s software and technology solutions, influencing industry trends, business leaders, and Cisco’s technical community.
• Ensure the development, execution, and enablement of technology strategies that deliver long-term business impact.
• Stay ahead of evolving technology and industry trends, shaping innovation and enabling Cisco to maintain a strong competitive advantage.
• Partner across engineering, product, and business teams to translate strategic vision into scalable, high-impact solutions.
• Mentor and influence senior technical leaders, driving a