Friday, October 29, 2010

Cisco - R884410 - Media Backend Software Engineer (TTG) - San Jose, CA

We have a current opening for a Media Backend Software Engineer in the TelePresence Technology Group (TTG) within our Emerging Technologies Business Group (ETBG).

TelePresence is a virtual presence experience that uses advanced visual, audio, and interactive technologies to create an in person experience at a virtual conference table. TelePresence is one of the more recent examples of how Cisco is changing the way we work, live, play and learn. Join our high energy team involved in testing several next generation TelePresence products.

Responsibilities:
You will be developing and sustaining Media Backend software:
-Back end library (BEL)
-Device driver's for HDMI, DVI, FPGA, I2C, etc
-Wireless Interfaces such as Bluetooth
-HD Camera software infrastructure
-HDTV Display control and infrastructure
-Interfacing with peripherals such Laptop's, Doc Camera's projector's, HDMI switches, Power Control devices, etc.

Enhancement of product quality through extensive unit/regression test scripts.
Current and next generation Codecs and Peripherals
Consumer TelePresence Codecs and Peripherals

Requirements:
-Proficient in C/C++ Programming
-10 years of experience in real time systems
-Embedded Software Development and Microprocessor based Hardware
-Familiarity with Linux
-Scripting language 'python' (or some other high-level scripting language)

To apply, email your resume to David Sneed: dsneed@cisco.com and reference the job title in the email's subject field or apply online: http://www.cisco.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=884410&CurrentPage=1

Cisco - R884436 - Systems Software Engineer (TTG) - San Jose, CA

The successful candidate will join the TelePresence Technology Group (TTG) with Cisco’s Emerging Technologies Business Group. The TTG, is chartered with creating products and solutions for immersive video communications. The Systems Software Engineer will develop embedded software for our current and next generation TelePresence products. This position offers the interested candidate exposure to a wide range of network, video and audio technologies.

Responsibilities:
- Create and document software specifications and designs from product requirements.
- Develop Linux device drivers for a number of devices including video, audio, networking, graphics and storage.
- Customize Linux kernel/OS/distribution and port to hardware platforms.
- Develop Linux, system boot and upgrade scripts.
- Tune Linux kernel, boot scripts and device drivers for performance.
- Develop and port open source packages that extend the Linux OS and provide applications with a variety of system services.
- Define and develop system software enhancements to improve reliability and security of the product.
- Modify network stack/protocols to support new product features/functionality.
- Integrate Linux OS into build system and enhance build system to support software developers.

Requirements:
- Strong C programming skills, (C++ desirable).
- Strong skills in Bash or similar scripting languages.
- Understanding of Linux kernel internals.
- Proficient in Linux device driver development.
- Experience in Linux kernel porting and know-how in developing Linux distributions.
- Strong Software/Hardware integration and debug skills.
- Understanding of Linux and System Boot initialization scripting.
- Understanding of the following network protocols: DHCP, ARP, TFTP/FTP/SFTP, SSH, SCP, DNS, NTP, TCP/UDP/IP, HTTP, CDP, Ethernet
- Ability to work collaboratively with Software, Hardware and Manufacturing Engineers.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in generating and documenting engineering specifications.
- Follows software engineering procedures and processes.
- MSEE/CS combined with 5-7 years of related experience, or BSEE/CS combined with 7+ yrs related experience.

To apply, email your resume to David Sneed: dsneed@cisco.com and reference the job title in the email's subject field or apply online: http://www.cisco.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=884436&CurrentPage=1

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Cisco - R883283 - Senior Business Strategy Manager for Smart Grid Business Unit

Senior Business Strategy Manager for Smart Grid Business Unit

Background:

The Emerging Technologies Group (ETG) focuses on creating solutions in new and adjacent technology markets and is looking for high energy, high impact individuals who want to help shape Cisco’s future by building our next $1B business.

Smart Grid is a Business Unit (SGBU) being incubated in ETG, and we are currently seeking a talented team to help lead this incubation through to a significant business. Leveraging technology developed across many development groups across Cisco, SGBU will bring to market a networking solution specifically architected to address the needs of the next-generation of supply, transmission, and demand management of the utility industry.

Job Description:

The Smart Grid Senior Business Strategy Manager will be responsible for driving, facilitating and delivering key strategic initiatives, planning and special projects. Working very collaboratively with Business Development, Product Marketing, Sales/Channels and Smart Grid Solutions Unit, the Senior Business Strategy Manager will investigate existing or new Smart Grid market opportunities, playing a significant role in shaping the Smart Grid business strategy for Cisco and in taking the business from the early stages through the phase of “crossing the chasm”.


Functional Requirements & Skills:

•Drive targeted Smart Grid market research, business model analysis, market sizing, business case analysis, scenario planning, market entry recommendation, etc.
•Consolidate up-to-date market intelligence covering global markets (US/CA, Europe, Emerging Countries) working closely with our Corporate Marketing team
•Build and maintain business modeling/planning for each SG priority. Identify Cisco’s Total Addressable Market (TAM), our required investments to capture specific portions of our TAM, and projected revenues/margins
•Work very closely with Cisco teams in adjacent markets (Smart + Connected Community, Home Energy Management, Connected Buildings, Data Center, etc.) to align our business strategies and plans across the company
•Engage in acquisition due diligence. Contribute to driving business assessment working closely with Corp Dev and rest of SG Business Unit
•Every quarter, plan for SGBU review of our strategy and execution plans within Smart Grid Board in order to react to market/customer/technology dynamics. Create business cases for the top incremental opportunities in order to determine their relative priority


Experience and Qualifications:

•Solid experience in utility sector for 5 years (minimum)
•Proven track record in developing, refining and articulating business strategy
•Able to use data driven analysis to structure complex problems
•Able to facilitate/project manage cross-functional teams
•Able to establish trusting and influential relationships with key stakeholders
•Strong conceptual thinker and thought leader
•Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
•Preferred: experience in strategy/management consulting; MBA degree

To apply, email your resume to David Sneed: dsneed@cisco.com and reference the job title in the email's subject field or apply online: http://www.cisco.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=883283&CurrentPage=1

Thursday, October 14, 2010

CISCO - R877669 - Development Test Engineer, Smart Grid - San Jose, CA

Join the Smart Grid BU as a Development Test Engineer.

You will design and implement test systems and infrastructure to verify and assure the roll-out of high-quality products for Smart Grid, one of Cisco’s key initiatives.

Job Responsibilities:
- Develop test strategies and test plans to ensure software features and hardware platforms meet product requirements.
- Design test bed topology to verify features meet FCS quality.
- Evaluate test tools.
- Write simulation tools when necessary
- Collaborate with ESTG, ARTG, NSSTG and other technology groups to ensure proper testing of our products.
- Establish a test automation environment by leveraging scripts from other BUs and extending them to cover utility specific scenarios and algorithms.

Requirements:

- Hands-on experience with one or more of the LAN/WAN and network layer protocols.
- MSEE/CS combined with 5+ years of related experience, or BSEE/CS combined with 7+ yrs related experience.
- Hands-on experience with ATS harness and eARMS.
- Hands-on experience in scripting and automation with TCL and/or GUI-based automation tools.
- Strong debugging capability.
- Hands-on familiarity with test instruments required. Ixia and/or Spirent experience is desirable.
- Experience of white box testing is a plus.
- Experience in testing Linux applications is a plus.
- Having Cisco Certification is a definite plus.
- Demonstrated track record of learning new technologies, creating development test strategy and execution plan.
- Must be an independent, quick learner and possess strong communication skills (both written and verbal).

To apply, email your resume to David Sneed: dsneed@cisco.com and reference the job title in the email's subject field or apply online: http://www.cisco.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=877669&CurrentPage=1

CISCO - R877667 - Development Test Engineer, Smart Grid - San Jose, CA

Join the Smart Grid BU as a Development Test Engineer.

You will work with Devtest Lead to design and implement test systems and infrastructure to verify and assure the roll-out of high-quality products for Smart Grid, one of Cisco’s key initiatives.

Job Responsibilities:
- Work with the Devtest Lead to develop test strategies and test plans to ensure software features and hardware platforms meet product requirements.
- Setup test bed topology to verify features meet FCS quality.
- Evaluate test tools.
- Write simulation tools when necessary
- Collaborate with ESTG, ARTG, NSSTG and other technology groups to ensure proper testing of our products.
- Leverage scripts from other BUs and extending them to cover utility specific scenarios and algorithms.

Requirements:
- Hands-on experience with testing one or more of the LAN, WAN and network layer protocols.
- MSEE/CS combined with 3+ years of related experience, or BSEE/CS combined with 5+ yrs related experience.
- Hands-on experience with ATS harness and eARMS.
- Hands-on experience in scripting and automation with TCL and/or GUI-based automation tools.
- Strong debugging capability.
- Hands-on familiarity with test instruments required. Ixia and/or Spirent experience is desirable.
- Experience in testing Linux applications is a plus.
- Having Cisco Certification is a definite plus.
- Demonstrated track record of learning new technologies, creating development test strategy and execution plan.
- Must be an independent, quick learner and possess strong communication skills (both written and verbal).

To apply, email your resume to David Sneed: dsneed@cisco.com and reference the job title in the email's subject field or apply online: http://www.cisco.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=877667&CurrentPage=1