Staff Embedded Network Systems Engineer

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded networking software for routing, switching, and data plane systems.
• Implement and enhance features for network platforms across OSI Layer 2 and Layer 3.
• Participate in software and hardware design reviews, defining and articulating system software requirements.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, QA, and cross-functional teams to ensure performance, scalability, interoperability, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex networking issues in control and data plane software.
• Contribute to system-level architecture discussions and performance optimization.
• Participate in full product lifecycle development including design, implementation, testing, and maintenance.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong programming skills in C/C++; experience with Go or Python is a plus.
• Solid understanding of Linux OS internals and multi-threaded embedded software development.
• Experience with networking protocols and systems within the OSI Layer 2 and Layer 3 stack, including switching, routing, and forwarding concepts (e.g., VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, VXLAN, ARP, DHCP).
• Understanding of network control and management software interfaces (e.g., REST APIs, NETCONF).
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with software testing, CI/CD, and agile development practices.
• B.S./B.E./B.Tech or M.S. in Computer Science, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering.
• 4 to 12 years of hands-on experience in embedded systems or networking software development.

Nice to Have Skills

• Familiarity with ASIC/FPGA-based network processors, SDKs, or traffic managers.
• Experience with automation frameworks and scripting (Python, Shell).
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and network security fundamentals.
• Understanding of microservices and modern software design patterns.

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