Work with very talented and smart people in a multi-cultural environment. Cisco actually uses its own enterprise and collaboration systems within the company. The result is a dynamic and modern workspace using the latest technologies.
This depends a bit on which team you become part of, but it is a big company with multi-country virtual teams. This sometimes dilutes the team and results in a less personal approach.
There's limited job certainty as a result of regular restructuring. The logic behind who gets laid off is sometimes hard to understand.
I only made it to round 2. The first interview was a 5-minute phone screening confirming availability and interest. The interviewer sent me a rough outline of what the second interview would be like. The second interview was with a Solution Archite
There was no "stump the chump" or intimidation. Good questions were asked during all interviews. The hiring manager was very personable and kind. There was an emphasis on culture and massive growth within the business unit.
It is a well-structured, albeit long, process. In the first phase, a screening is conducted by HR. In the following phases, interviews are held with team members and also with the direct manager.
I only made it to round 2. The first interview was a 5-minute phone screening confirming availability and interest. The interviewer sent me a rough outline of what the second interview would be like. The second interview was with a Solution Archite
There was no "stump the chump" or intimidation. Good questions were asked during all interviews. The hiring manager was very personable and kind. There was an emphasis on culture and massive growth within the business unit.
It is a well-structured, albeit long, process. In the first phase, a screening is conducted by HR. In the following phases, interviews are held with team members and also with the direct manager.