Network Software Development Engineer, Switch San Jose Regular

Network Software Development Engineer, Switch

Location:

San Jose

Team:
Technology

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Code: A144956A

• Crafting and developing a cutting-edge network programmable system platform. This includes the conceptualization, creation, automated testing, and intelligent operation of novel architectures and components.
• Engaging in software development that utilizes programmable chips, Data Processing Units (DPUs), and Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) to enhance and expedite network services, including gateways, network edges, and in-network computing.
• Collaborating with business partners to integrate the network programmable system platform. This entails dialogues to confirm solutions and joint efforts in design and development.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Communications, or a related field.
• Robust programming skills, with proficiency in mainstream languages such as C/C++, Python, and Go.
• A solid understanding of switch operating systems, with a preference for candidates who have contributed to the development of open-source Network Operating Systems like SONIC.
• Knowledge of the P4 language, ideally with hands‑on experience in network data plane development tasks, including gateways, load balancing, and Network Address Translation (NAT).
• Familiarity with and experience in open‑source frameworks such as DPDK, OVS, virtio is considered an asset.
• A strong passion for network technology, a commitment to code and design excellence, and the practice of good coding habits.

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $187,040 - $438,000 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

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