Role: Senior Engineer / Lead Engineer / Senior Lead Engineer / Architect
Experience: 5 to 20 Years
Location: Bangalore
Role Summary
We are seeking experienced professionals to take on the role focused on L2/L3 networking protocol development. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in C programming, Linux environments, and protocol-level software design. This role involves leading design, development, debugging, and optimization of networking features across multiple platforms including Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, NX-OS, and open networking systems like SONiC.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead the design and development of L2/L3 network protocol features and enhancements.
· Own and drive the implementation of new networking functionalities in C on Linux platforms. (C, Linux kernels are mandatory)
· Debug and fix issues in existing protocol implementations and improve software stability.
· Architect and optimize multi-threaded and socket-based communication systems.
· Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate features into existing systems (Cisco OS and SONiC NOS).
· Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to design/code reviews.
· Collaborate with QA and support teams for validation, testing, and issue resolution.
· Document software design, architecture, and troubleshooting guides.
Skills and Qualifications:
· 5–20 years of hands-on experience in L2/L3 protocol development.
· Strong programming skills in C, OS within Linux environments (Mandatory)
· Experience with networking protocols such as:
o Layer 2: VLAN, STP, RSTP, MSTP, VXLAN, LLDP, LAG
o Layer 3: BGP, OSPF, RIP, EIGRP, IGMP, PIM, MPLS, GRE, IPSec, Macsec, NAT, OPEN SSL
· Proficiency in Multi-threading and Socket Programming.
· Excellent knowledge of data structures and memory management.
· Experience with Cisco operating systems – IOS, IOS-XE, NX-OS.
· Strong understanding of software architecture and modular design for networking systems.
Desirable Skills:
· Experience with SONiC Network Operating System (NOS).
· Knowledge of programmable packet pipelines (e.g., P4).
· Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines for network software.
· Exposure to open networking and white box switch ecosystems.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bengaluru, Karnataka (Bengaluru)
