Software Engineer Review
at Cisco
Graduate Job
Software Engineering
Feltham, Greater London
Review Submitted: September 2026
Overall Rating
4.3 /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!
4/5
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Overview of the Role
4.4/5
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Experience & Company Culture
5/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Cisco?
My team and wider colleagues are friendly and helpful, it is a pleasure to work with the people at Cisco. In terms of work we use new technologies that are industry standard and frameworks that are emerging. There are opportunities to attend conferences, present to leadership and contribute to charity and social initiatives as a graduate.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
The main responsibilities are coding and technical understanding of solutions. You will need to plan how products/ app can be implemented and often you might be the person with the expertise. Writing good code is important but also learning new technologies to bring to the team. Code review is another important element of the role, looking at other peoples code, asking questions and giving suggestions.
I enjoy being able to innovate the most, I take time to research new things and come up with a proof of concept. However this isn't something I get to do all the time it is usually once a week for a couple hours.
I enjoy being able to innovate the most, I take time to research new things and come up with a proof of concept. However this isn't something I get to do all the time it is usually once a week for a couple hours.
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
I will say other companies might have better packages but it is a bit of a tradeoff, I like working here for the culture, what I learn and flexibility with charity days, volunteering and work events. Other companies might be more rigid with these things.
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?
5/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
How is your work-life balance?
4/5
Flexibility around start and end time. Day off for mental health once a quarter.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
Great remote working policies.
How would you rate Cisco initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
lots of community support groups with events you can attend.
How would you rate Cisco CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Cisco to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Cisco is a great company to start as a Software Engineer there are lots of training opportunities, very talented and experienced people who will help you along the way and a wide range of technologies you'll be exposed to.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Cisco?
Be yourself and ask questions, if you're confused ask and people will be happy to answer.
