Senior/Lead Software Engineer, PCIe

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

📋 Description

• Establish PCIe connections on new hardware architectures.

• Adjust PCIe settings on root ports, bridges, and endpoints.

• Alter Linux PCI drivers and manage virtual memory allocation.

• Utilize AER and DPC to enhance error visibility and resilience.

• Create userspace software that interfaces between networking ASICs, FPGAs, and PCIe bridges.

• Assess hardware read and write performance metrics.

• Design automated tests in C, C++, and Python for feature validation.

• Work collaboratively with hardware, diagnostics, and software engineers to optimize bandwidth and enhance PCIe link reliability.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong foundation in engineering and Computer Science principles.

• Over 8 years of expertise in C or C++ programming.

• Experience with Python is a valuable addition.

• Comprehensive understanding of PCIe hardware and software drivers.

• Knowledge of PCIe state machines, LTSSM, TLP, and credit flow control is advantageous.

• Experience working with PCIe switches.

• Extensive hands-on experience in diagnosing issues, troubleshooting problems, and resolving bugs in low-level firmware.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Wellbeing programs.

• Income protection plans.

• Group Retirement Savings Plan.

• Potential discretionary bonuses from Arista.

• Opportunities for equity participation.

• Commissions from the Sales Incentive Plan for qualified Sales positions.