Senior Network Software Engineer [C/C++, Linux, L2/L3 Networking, ASIC]

We are seeking a Senior Network Software Engineer to join our team in San Jose, CA. This role involves designing and developing advanced L2/L3 networking features and high-performance software solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in networking software development, particularly with C/C++ on Linux, and a deep understanding of networking protocols and systems.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop L2/L3 networking features including IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, VRF, LAG, MLAG, STP, and LLDP.
• Develop high-performance networking software using C/C++ on Linux.
• Work with ASIC-based networking platforms and SDKs (Broadcom, Tofino, etc.).
• Develop and optimize networking components such as RIB, FIB, HAL, QoS, ACLs, and packet processing.
• Enhance the Linux networking stack and support high-availability networking solutions.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to deliver scalable networking products.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of networking software development experience.
• Strong C/C++ programming on Linux.
• Deep understanding of L2/L3 protocols, switching, routing, and QoS.
• Experience with networking ASICs and SDKs.
• Knowledge of Linux internals and kernel networking stack.
• Experience with HA, RIB/FIB, and distributed networking systems.

Skills:

• C/C++ programming
• L2/L3 networking protocols
• Networking ASICs and SDKs
• Linux internals
• High-availability networking solutions
• Packet processing