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Meet the Team Join our innovation team on a mission to revolutionize how enterprises leverage AI. Operating with the agility of a startup and the focus of an incubator, we are assembling a close-knit group of AI and infrastructure experts who are passionate about bold ideas and share the common goal of reimagining systems from the ground up. Our aim is to deliver breakthrough solutions that redefine what is achievable in a faster, leaner, and smarter manner. We thrive in a dynamic, experimentation-rich environment where the integration of new technologies is not just welcomed but expected. Here, you will collaborate closely with seasoned engineers, architects, and innovators to develop iconic products that have the potential to transform industries and introduce entirely new operational models for enterprises. If you are excited by the prospect of tackling challenging problems, enjoy pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and aspire to contribute to shaping the future of AI infrastructure, we are eager to connect with you. Impact Cisco is in search of a forward-thinking AI Infrastructure Engineer to aid in the design and implementation of next-generation AI products. This role will be focused on creating high-performance, efficient, and reliable solutions that drive AI workloads across Cisco's ecosystem. As an AI Infrastructure Engineer at Cisco, you will play a crucial role in molding the AI systems that facilitate cutting-edge innovations. Your work will directly impact: - The performance and efficiency of AI workloads on the node. - The reliability and availability of AI systems for Cisco's customers. - Advancements in AI and machine learning infrastructure, leading to enhanced utilization and efficiency across various industries. - Collaboration with internal teams to introduce system-level innovations across different Cisco products. Your contributions will be instrumental in enabling Cisco to maintain its leadership in AI infrastructure development and influence the wider AI and machine learning community. Key Responsibilities - Design and develop node-level infrastructure components to support high-performance AI workloads. - Benchmark, analyze, and optimize the performance of AI infrastructure, including CUDA kernels and memory management for GPUs. - Minimize downtime through seamless configuration and upgrade architecture for software components. - Manage the installation and deployment of AI infrastructure on Kubernetes clusters, including the utilization of CRDs and operators. - Develop and deploy efficient telemetry collection systems for nodes and hardware components without impacting workload performance. - Work with distributed system fundamentals to ensure scalability, resilience, and reliability. - Collaborate across teams and time zones to shape the overall direction of AI infrastructure development and achieve shared goals. Minimum Qualifications - Proficiency in programming languages such as Rust, C/C++, Golang, Python, or eBPF. - Strong understanding of Linux operating systems, including user space and kernel-level components. - Experience with Linux user space development, including packaging, logging, telemetry, and lifecycle management of processes. - Strong understanding of Kubernetes (K8s) and related technologies, such as custom resource definitions (CRDs). - Strong debugging and problem-solving skills for complex system-level issues. - Bachelor's degree or higher and relevant 5+ years of Engineering work experience. Preferred Qualifications - Linux kernel and device driver hands-on expertise is a plus. - Experience in GPU programming and optimization, including CUDA, UCX is a plus. - Experience with high-speed data transfer technologies such as RDMA. - Use of Nvidia GPU operators and Nvidia container toolkit and Nsight, CUPTI. - Nvidia MIG and MPS concepts for managing GPU consumption. #WeAreCisco #WeAreCisco where every individual brings their unique skills and perspectives together to pursue our purpose of powering an inclusive future for all. Our passion is connectionwe celebrate our employees diverse set of backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company, many careers where learning and development are encouraged and supported at every stage. Our technology, tools, and culture pioneered hybrid work trends, allowing all to not only give their best, but be their best. We understand our outstanding opportunity to bring communities together and at the heart of that is our people. One-third of Cisconians collaborate in our 30 employee resource organizations, called Inclusive Communities, to connect, foster belonging, learn to be informed allies, and make a difference. Dedicated paid time off to volunteer80 hours each yearallows us to give back to causes we are passionate about, and nearly 86% do! Our purpose, driven by our people, is what makes us the worldwide leader in technology that powers the internet. Helping our customers reimagine their applications, secure their enterprise, transform their infrastructure, and meet their sustainability goals is what we do best. We ensure that every step we take is a step towards a more inclusive future for all. Take your next step and be you, with us!,
