Lead Software Developer - L2/L3 Networking Datapath

About the Position

We are seeking a Lead Software Developer for L2/L3 Networking Datapath to join our team in Bengaluru, India, focusing on high-performance data networking products.

Responsibilities

• Analyze requirements, design, develop, and deliver high-quality software along with functional teams.
• Participate in SW Design reviews, articulate system software requirements.
• Propose design architectures and solutions for new features and enhancements on Broadcom ASICs.
• Experiment and project various performance/scale tweaks with optimal use of Board HW devices and SW resources.
• Demonstrate cross-functional collaboration with Product Marketing, SQA, and other development teams to ensure software meets all performance, scalability, interoperability, and security requirements.
• Lead the datapath team, interact cross-functionally on matters that require coordination across organizational lines.
• Write functional and design specification documents and drive sign-off. Interface with developers, QA, documentation, customer support, and program management teams.
• Participate in the full product life cycle development.

Requirements

• Must have

  • Minimum of B.S./B.E./B.Tech in CS/EE/ECE/IT.
  • 12+ years of relevant industry experience in Networking/Telecom.
  • Embedded/Network Management.
  • Excellent programming knowledge in C/C++.
  • Experience in software or hardware-based packet forwarding.
  • Working experience with Broadcom ASICs.
  • Trident, Jericho, or Qumran.
  • Software management of networking HW resources such as TCAM, packet buffers, and RIB/FIB.
  • IPv4/IPv6 routing/forwarding, PBR, ACL, Rate-limiting, QoS.
  • MPLS, VPLS, VRF, L3VPN, VxLAN, Openflow, SDN.
  • LLDP, LAG/LACP, Layer 2 switching, Ethernet.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to be productive in flexible and dynamic work environments.
  • Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Nice to have

  • Understanding of system architecture, SDK, or Drivers for network processor or traffic manager.
  • ASIC/FPGA preferred.
  • Exposure to GO and microservices architecture.

Languages

• English: B2 Upper Intermediate

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities

About the Company

Join our team and contribute to the development of leading high-performance data networking products.