Principal Engineer

As Principal Engineer, you will guide Cisco’s global technology standards agenda within the GTS team, aligning with corporate strategy. You’ll influence standards development across SDOs, engage with industry partners, and help shape open-source initiatives. You’ll mentor engineers, represent Cisco at industry events, and contribute to governance, IPR, and the patent portfolio. This role connects cross-functional leaders to drive strategic impact on Cisco’s technology leadership.Retribuzione / Benefits

• Define standards strategies with business leaders and track progress against objectives
• Drive engagement with multiple Standards Development Organizations (SDOs) to align product vision
• Lead external coordination with open-source groups and industry consortia
• Shape direction in existing SDOs and support development of new standards and open-source efforts
• Collaborate with industry partners to build initiatives for Cisco’s future
• Support standards strategy across Cisco businesses, focusing on cross BE areas
• Evangelize standards work to account teams and customers; build high-value relationships
• Represent Cisco at leadership meetings and industry events; present work
• Contribute to Cisco’s technology and patent portfolio
• Mentor engineers engaged in standardization and related areas
• Streamline standards operations, governance, IPR, and compliance processes

• 5+ years in engineering, technology strategy, architecture, research, or standards roles
• 10+ years of industry experience
• Deep knowledge of AI, IP networking, and security relevant to multiple Cisco business areas
• Proficiency in standards strategy, technology, and product understanding
• Strong communication skills and experience working with remote teams