Senior Software Engineer - C, Linux, L2, L3 Networking, Sonic, Control Plane

Who are We:

The Cisco Distributed System Engineering (DSE) group is at the forefront of developing products that power the largest networks in the world. The networking industry is going through a massive transformation to build the next generation infrastructure to meet the needs of AI/ML workloads and continuously increasing internet users and application. We are uniquely positioned to capture that market transition.

This team builds products by harnessing the potential of open-source technologies while pushing the boundaries on Systems and Silicon Architecture. They are developers and leaders who are passionate about tackling complex technology, building large scale distributed systems and comfortable working with open-source communities and technologies.

Who You’ll Work With:

• You will work closely with a group of engineers into automation and collaborate extensively with our technical leads and engineering managers. You need to be ready to present solutions to customers and other partners.
• You will be involved with a fast-paced work environment and responsible for end-to-end product development and production support.
  
  

What You'll Do:

The Sonic team is looking for exciting and dedicated individuals to help build their Next Generation NOS.

• We craft and develop Sonic solution, collaborate with product management teams, other technical leaders and architects. During development cycle, beside development of features,
• You will also focus on automation using scripting languages and test frameworks.
• We ensure that the solution built is secured, scalable and meets customer SLAs. You also innovate as you learn the new technology.
• You are hands on and ready to build best in class products for Datacentre Enterprise customers and Service Providers.
  
  

Who You Are:

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with 8+ Years of expertise around Network Protocols of layer 2, layer 3 and good exposure on distributed architecture.

• Good programming and problem-solving skills in C, C++ and knowledge of Python is plus
• Hands on work experience working with software data and control plane software, Linux user space.
• You must be comfortable with networking technologies such as L2, L3, VLAN, Port Channel, LAG, VXLAN, segment Routing, BGP, QoS, ACL etc.
• You have a proven track record of designing and developing cloud native solutions and software products.
• Experienced in Designing, modelling, multithreading and opensource tools and Databases (e.g. Redis).
• Actively coding experience with virtualization and container technologies e.g. Docker.
• Self-motivated and quick learner with excellent problem-solving skills, logical thinking and a hunger to learn new technologies.
• Good teammate with good interpersonal skills.
  
  

Good to have:

• If you have worked on Sonic program earlier, it is a huge plus.
• Good understanding of GitHub, Jira, Jenkins and CI/CD pipeline tools.
  
  

Why Cisco

#WeAreCisco. We are all unique, but collectively we bring our talents to work as a team, to develop innovative technology and power a more inclusive, digital future for everyone. How do we do it? Well, for starters – with people like you!

Nearly every internet connection around the world touches Cisco. We’re the Internet’s optimists. Our technology makes sure the data traveling at light speed across connections does so securely, yet it’s not what we make but what we make happen which marks us out. We’re helping those who work in the health service to connect with patients and each other; schools, colleges, and universities to teach in even the most challenging of times. We’re helping businesses of all shapes and sizes to connect with their employees and customers in new ways, providing people with access to the digital skills they need and connecting the most remote parts of the world – whether through 5G, or otherwise.

We tackle whatever challenges come our way. We have each other’s backs, we recognize our accomplishments, and we grow together. We celebrate and support one another – from big and small things in life to big career moments. And giving back is in our DNA (we get 10 days off each year to do just that).

We know that powering an inclusive future starts with us. Because without diversity and a dedication to equality, there is no moving forward. Our 30 Inclusive Communities, that bring people together around commonalities or passions, are leading the way. Together we’re committed to learning, listening, caring for our communities, whilst supporting the most vulnerable with a collective effort to make this world a better place either with technology, or through our actions.

So, you have colorful hair? Don’t care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That’s cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us!

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