Is Cisco a good company to work for as a Software Engineering Manager?

Software Engineering Manager professionals working at Cisco have rated their employer with 4.0 out of 5 stars in 57 Glassdoor reviews. This is a lower than average score with the overall rating of Cisco employees being 4.1 out of 5 stars. Search open Software Engineering Manager Jobs at Cisco now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Software Engineering Manager interview questions at Cisco .

Does Cisco pay Software Engineering Manager employees well?

Software Engineering Manager professionals rate their compensation and benefits at Cisco with 3.3 out of 5 stars based on 57 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 19.2% worse than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Software Engineering Manager salaries at Cisco.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Cisco?

Software Engineer (3676) , Senior Software Engineer (1004) , Program Manager (621) , Project Manager (605) , Account Manager (594) , Network Consulting Engineer (495) , Systems Engineer (464) , Network Engineer (449) , Technical Consulting Engineer (420) , Business Analyst (412) , Technical Leader (353) , Product Manager (328) , Senior Manager (328) , Technical Lead (326) , Director (325)

What are the pros of working at Cisco according to real employee reviews?

"There are alot of great people and the culture is great!" ((in 2842 reviews)); "Worked for Cisco for over 10 years the best I can say Benefits are good." ((in 2698 reviews)); "Also great for people with families as lot work in hybrid settings or from home." ((in 2128 reviews)); "work culture is good and balanced" ((in 1241 reviews)); "Very Competitive Pay and Good for the Resume." ((in 1090 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Cisco according to real employee reviews?

"Frequent restructuring and layoffs specifically targeting ageism" ((in 1925 reviews)); "Poor management (both middle and top)" ((in 881 reviews)); "Bad Managers were promoted." ((in 649 reviews)); "Too much politics; people don't work for the common goal but to justify their existence" ((in 204 reviews)); "Middle and upper management seems very oblivious." ((in 176 reviews))

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Cisco Software Engineering Manager reviews

4.0

99% would recommend to a friend

(57 total reviews)

Chuck Robbins

99% approve of CEO

99% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.4

Culture & values

4.1

Diversity & inclusion

4.0

Work/Life balance

3.8

Senior management

3.6

Career opportunities

3.3

Compensation and benefits

Manager, Software Engineering employees have rated Cisco with 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 57 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Manager, Software Engineering professionals have a good working experience there. Cisco is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Manager, Software Engineering professionals compared to other employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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57 reviews

4.0

Sep 21, 2024

Still good

Software engineering manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good culture, Good work, Friendly work env

Cons

Nothing I can think of as of now.

3.0

Jul 25, 2024

"Navigating the Pros and Cons of Working at Cisco: A Balanced Review"

Software engineering manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- **Innovative Environment**: Work with cutting-edge technology and be part of a leading company in networking and cybersecurity. - **Career Growth**: Opportunities for continuous learning, development, and advancement within the company. - **Work-Life Balance**: Flexible work options, including remote work and comprehensive wellness programs. - **Inclusive Culture**: Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with various employee resource groups. - **Global Impact**: Engage in projects that influence businesses and communities worldwide. - **Comprehensive Benefits**: Competitive salaries, health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee benefits. - **Corporate Social Responsibility**: Involvement in sustainable practices and community-focused initiatives.

Cons

- **Large Organization**: Navigating a big corporate structure can be challenging and slow decision-making processes. - **High Expectations**: High performance standards and workload can lead to stress and burnout. - **Frequent Changes**: Regular organizational changes and restructuring can create uncertainty. - **Competition for Advancement**: Intense competition for promotions and career growth opportunities. - **Work-Life Balance Variability**: Work-life balance can vary greatly depending on the role and department. - **Bureaucracy**: Potential for bureaucratic red tape which can hinder agility and innovation.

4.0

Apr 28, 2024

Career growth opportunities

Software engineering manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Productive work culture amongst employees

Cons

Continuous state of flux and slow decision making at exec levels

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