Senior Network Software Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Design and create high-performance networking functionalities for enterprise-level appliances.

• Engage with open-source data plane / fast path technologies (VPP, DPDK).

• Guide technical projects and mentor fellow team members.

• Take full ownership of features, delivering them autonomously and at scale.

• Collaborate across various teams and encourage knowledge sharing.

• Effectively communicate architectural decisions and design trade-offs, including to senior stakeholders.

• Manage conflicting priorities with urgency, accountability, and a strong sense of ownership.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Over 8 years of experience in developing enterprise-grade appliances or equivalent systems.

• More than 3 years of experience delivering complex features independently.

• Proficient in embedded software development using C/C++ (Python knowledge is an advantage).

• In-depth expertise in VPP, DPDK, or comparable open-source data plane / fast path systems.

• Solid understanding of DPDK-based traffic generators (e.g., TRex) — development experience is highly advantageous.

• Comprehensive knowledge of L2–L4 networking and protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, ARP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, Firewall).

• Experience with security protocols (IPsec, SSL/TLS), as well as authentication and authorization processes.

• Practical experience with Software Defined Networking (SDN) and distributed systems.

• Familiarity with overlay and tunneling technologies.

• Excellent software engineering principles and commitment to clean coding practices.

• Experience with Docker, with a preference for candidates who have Kubernetes experience.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in collaborative, startup-like settings.

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Global & Multicultural – Diverse perspectives and international collaboration (offices in the US, Portugal, India, and Singapore).

• Startup Energy – A dynamic, impact-driven workplace.

• Ownership Mindset – Engineers take responsibility for what they create.

• Collaborative & Friendly – An open, inquisitive, and supportive culture.