What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Systems Software Engineer position at SpanIdea Systems?
Job Overview
In the rapidly evolving AI and networking landscape, there is a growing need for high-performance and reliable infrastructure solutions. This role focuses on building robust, scalable, and production-ready networking software to support advanced systems and accelerate time-to-market.
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will design and develop software for a Network Operating System (NOS) on switch/router platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including architecture, testing, and hardware teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop forwarding plane functionalities using standard interfaces (e.g., SAI).
- Work on end-to-end feature development including build, integration, and debugging of NOS components.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical solutions.
- Partner with cross-functional teams including QA and support for seamless delivery.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for software and system designs.
- Contribute to and engage with open-source networking communities.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Networking Expertise: Strong experience in forwarding plane technologies such as L2, L3, ACL, QoS, tunneling, and SRv6.
- Programming: Proficiency in C/C and Python.
- ASIC/SDK Experience: Hands-on experience with ASIC SDKs for forwarding plane programming.
- Open Source Exposure: Experience with open-source networking platforms such as SONiC or similar.
- Tools: Familiarity with development and CI/CD tools like GNU tools, Git, Jenkins, and Gerrit.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-team collaboration.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or a related field with 8 years of experience,
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- Master’s degree with 6 years of experience.