Software Development Engineer

Job highlights

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science,Electrical / Electronic Engineering,or a related field .
• Required Qualifications : .
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in network software development . Proficient in Python C .
• Preferred Qualifications : .
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in network software development

Experience: 12+ Years Job Summary :

We are looking for an experienced Software Development Engineer with strong expertise in network software development , especially in OCP SAI, networking ASIC SDKs, Layer 2/Layer 3 protocols, test frameworks, and ASIC pipeline architecture .

The role involves developing and maintaining SDK and SAI features, handling feature feasibility and scale analysis, writing and executing test plans, and debugging complex networking issues in large-scale live network environments. The engineer will work closely with hardware, QA, and DevOps teams, participate in code reviews and architecture discussions, and contribute to open-source networking ecosystems.

The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of hands-on experience , strong programming skills in Python and C , experience with PyTest/PTF validation , and a good understanding of network ASICs, switch hardware architecture, and L2/L3 protocols such as VLAN, STP, BGP, and OSPF . Experience with SAI Challenger, SDN controllers, programmable data planes, open-source contributions, and GenAI tools will be an added advantage.

Key Skills Expertise :

• OCP SAI (Switch Abstraction Interface)
• SDK for networking ASICs
• Layer 2 Layer 3 networking features
• Test frameworks such as PyTest and PTF
• Networking ASIC pipelines
• Python
• C
• Network ASICs
• Switch hardware architecture
• Networking features and concepts
• SAI Challenger
• Software Defined Networking (SDN) controllers
• Programmable data planes
• Open-source contributions
• GenAI development tools

Job Responsibilities :

• Develop and maintain SDK SAI features
• Handle feature requests including feasibility/scale analysis, development and testing
• Write and execute test plans for all deliverables
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve complex networking issues at scale on live network systems
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, QA, and DevOps to ensure seamless integration and deployment
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and documentation efforts
• Contribute to open-source communities and stay current with the evolving ecosystem

Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in network software development
• Proficient in Python C
• Experience with PTF (Packet Test Framework) and PyTest for validation
• Good grasp of networking features and concepts
• Knowledge of network ASICs and switch hardware architecture
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Can do, will do attitude, and a team player

Preferred Qualifications :

• Contributions to open-source communities
• Experience with Software Defined Networking (SDN) controllers and programmable data planes
• Experience with SAI Challenger network testing framework

Solid understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking protocols, including:

• VLANs
• STP
• BGP

• OSPF

• Familiarity with GenAI development tools

Key Skills :

• OCP SAI (Switch Abstraction Interface)
• SDK for Networking ASICs
• Layer 2 Layer 3 Networking Features
• PyTest
• PTF (Packet Test Framework)
• Python
• C
• Networking ASIC Pipelines
• Network ASICs
• Switch Hardware Architecture
• Networking Features Concepts
• SAI Challenger
• SDN Controllers
• Programmable Data Planes
• VLANs
• STP
• BGP
• OSPF
• Open-Source Communities
• GenAI Development Tools

What We re Looking For :

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in network software development.
• Technical Expertise: Strong expertise in OCP SAI, networking ASIC SDKs, Layer 2/Layer 3 networking features, test frameworks, and networking ASIC pipelines.
• Programming Skills: Proficient in Python and C with experience in PTF and PyTest for validation.
• Networking Knowledge: Good grasp of networking features and concepts, network ASICs, switch hardware architecture, and Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking protoc…