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Network Platform Software Development- Technical Lead

Arrcus, Inc.
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/9/2026 CLOSED ON 4/8/2026

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San Jose, CA/US Remote

About Arrcus

Arrcus was founded to enhance business efficiency through superior network connectivity. The Arrcus Connected Edge (ACE) platform offers best-in-class networking with the most flexible consumption model at the lowest total cost of ownership. The Arrcus team comprises world-class technologists with an unparalleled record in shipping industry-leading networking products, complemented by industry thought leaders, operating executives, strategic partners, and top-tier VCs. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California. For more information, go to www.arrcus.com or follow @arrcusinc.

We offer a variety of roles in software, hardware, and cloud environments. We are looking for people who are self-motivated, creative, and agile. You will work closely with the top-notch talent in Arrcus in redefining networking. Prior work experience in a venture-backed company is a big plus.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop data path solutions for L3 (IPv4, IPv6, MPLS, SR/SRv6, VRF, L3VPN) and L2 (STP, LLDP, sFlow, LAG, MLAG) networking technologies.
  • Architect and implement QoS features, including queueing, classification, policing, shaping, ACL, ECN, and WRED.
  • Work with ASIC families (e.g., BCM XGS, BF Tofino) and develop software using BCM SDK, P4, and DPDK.
  • Optimize and enhance Linux networking internals, including memory management, network stack, and hardware abstraction layers (RIB, FIB, HAL).
  • Develop and maintain high-availability (HA) solutions, ISSU, and Linux-based networking systems.
  • Work on Debian packaging, Linux kernel modifications, and kernel networking stack optimizations.
  • Develop and integrate software for containerized and virtualized networking environments.Requirements:
  • Education: BS/MS/PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent field.

Experience:

  • 5 years of hands-on development experience in networking software development.
  • Strong proficiency in C/C /Go/Python programming.
  • Deep understanding of ASIC pipeline architectures and networking hardware.
  • Hands-on experience with Linux OS internals, Debian build/packaging, and kernel networking stack.
  • Experience with RIB, FIB, HAL, and high-availability (HA) networking solutions.
  • Knowledge of containers (Docker, Kubernetes) and virtual machines (VMs) is a plus. Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with DPDK, P4, BCM SDK, or other hardware programming interfaces.
  • Strong debugging and performance optimization skills.
  • Experience with high-performance, distributed networking systems.

Benefits

  • Bonus Equity
  • 100% covered medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Parental leave
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Employee Assistance programs
  • Health & wellness programs and resources
  • Weekly Catered lunches at our San Jose office.
  • Monthly happy hours at our San Jose office

Salary: $150,000-$175000 Per Year

Investors and Funding

Arrcus has raised over $125M in funding from top tier Venture Capital firms(VCs) such as Lightspeed Venture Partners, General Catalyst, and Clear Ventures, and strategic investors such as Liberty Global, SoftBank Corp, and Samsung Next.

For more information, go to www.arrcus.com or follow @arrcusinc.

Equal Opportunity

At Arrcus, we’re proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We realize the key to creating a company with a world-class culture and employee experience comes from who we hire and creating a workplace that celebrates everyone. A strong belief in cultural addition will propel us forward together.

With this, we consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sex, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, HIV status, registered domestic partner status, caregiver status, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status or any other legally protected category. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, benefits, compensation, and training..

Salary : $150,000 - $175,000

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