Senior Software Engineer – Networking, C/C++, DPDK/VPP

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

📋 Description

• Create and develop networking software across various layers including data path, control plane, forwarding, and protocols.

• Construct packet processing pipelines and seamlessly integrate them with Network ASICs, VPP, and DPDK.

• Design and improve SD-WAN data-path features, which encompass IPsec, firewall, WAN selection, secure web gateways, zone-based firewalls, and stateful firewall functionalities.

• Engage with DPI, VPN, QoS, and other data-path technologies, prioritizing performance and optimized packet processing.

• Develop and integrate networking components within cloud-native settings utilizing Kubernetes, Docker, distributed systems, message buses, and gRPC.

• Enhance and integrate open-source and third-party networking and infrastructure components.

• Independently diagnose issues and enhance production systems.

• Collaborate with distributed teams situated across various locations and time zones.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of substantial experience in developing networking software, especially in areas related to data-path, forwarding, or packet-processing components.

• In-depth understanding of data center networking and the development of networking stacks.

• Practical experience with C/C++, demonstrating the ability to write optimized, performance-oriented code.

• Familiarity with DPDK, VPP, or comparable data-path technologies.

• Knowledge of networking and security technologies including IPsec, VPN, DPI, QoS, firewalls, and SD-WAN.

• Experience with Linux/Unix system programming, Kubernetes, and Docker.

• Comprehension of distributed systems, message buses, and gRPC.

• Preferred: Experience with Golang and microservices architecture.

• Preferred: Background in programmable packet-processing pipelines and CNF/VNF technologies.

• Preferred: Exposure to working with Broadcom or other Network ASICs.

• Preferred: Familiarity with CNCF technologies and cloud-native networking.

• Preferred: Experience in integrating networking solutions with security providers like Zscaler or Palo Alto Cloud NGFW.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Flexible work hours and remote work opportunities.

• Professional development and training programs.

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.