C Software engineer – Network ASIC’s

Overview

In this role, you will design and develop the networking OS components that drive data centre switches and routers, with a focus on programming the network ASIC. You will work closely with hardware and control-plane teams to ensure seamless software-hardware integration and performance. You will fix defects, participate in code reviews, and help improve testability and reliability of the networking software. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge data centre networking and requires staying current with industry trends to shape robust, scalable solutions. You will work in a collaborative environment that values hands-on problem solving and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop the networking OS component that programs the network ASIC for data centre switches and routers
• Fix bugs and improve performance within the specified software area
• Collaborate with hardware and control plane teams to ensure integrated operation and provisioning of control plane information into the chip
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to best practices
• Troubleshoot issues in the networking operating system and support automated testing to ensure quality and reliability
• Stay updated with networking trends and incorporate them into software design

Key requirements

• Bachelor in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or related field
• Familiarity with Ethernet and IP-based protocols; dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF at minimum)
• Ability to work with industry standards (IETF RFC, IEEE) and implement described behavior in C
• Proficiency in C programming language
• Experience developing software for Linux OS and in data centre/telecom environments
• Ability to work with large codebases, navigate and interpret code efficiently
• Experience debugging complex, multithreaded software
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team

• collaborative
• problem-solving
• self-motivated
• C programming
• Linux OS development
• Networking protocols: BGP, OSPF, STP, MPLS, LDP

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