Software Engineer Review
at Cisco
Graduate Job
Software Engineering
United Kingdom
Review Submitted: September 2026
Overall Rating
3.6 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
3.8/5
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Overview of the Role
3.4/5
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Experience & Company Culture
4/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Cisco?
High performing team with an incredibly warm and welcoming culture. Great environment to learn and grow early in career. Good work-life balance.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Completed rotations lasting 3-6 months across various team domains. Each rotation comes with ample ramp-up time and well-thought out project plans that enable learning whilst also delivering impact.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
3/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
4/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
4/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
4/5
How is your work-life balance?
4/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
3/5
How would you rate Cisco initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
3/5
How would you rate Cisco CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
3/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Cisco to a friend?
Yes
Why?
For those wishing to start a career in tech, Cisco offers good learning opportunities, relevance in today's tech landscape, and a balanced work culture.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Cisco?
Demonstrate ability, showcase potential to learn and grow.
