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Senior Engineer for Layer 2/Switching protocols development

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Description

We are seeking a Senior Engineer to design and develop Layer 2/Switching protocols. As a Senior Engineer, you will work on limited enhancements, updates, and programming changes for portions and subsystems of systems software.

Responsibilities:

  • Designs and implements limited enhancements, updates, and programming changes for systems software
  • Analyzes design and determines coding, programming, and integration activities required
  • Executes and writes portions of testing plans, protocols, and documentation
  • Participates as a member of project team to develop reliable, cost-effective, and high-quality solutions
  • Collaborates and communicates with internal and outsourced development partners

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent
  • Typically 2-4 years of experience
  • 4+ years of experience as a Software Developer in Layer2/Layer3 networking or related systems area
  • In-depth knowledge of data networking, e.g., TCP/IP, Ethernet, and similar technologies
  • Experience in one or more of EVPN, VXLAN, MACSec 802.1AE, MKA, 802.1X, L2 switching, VLANs
  • Proficiency in switching and routing technologies, including Layer-2 protocols, e.g., STP, LACP, MVRP, LLDP, BGP
  • Strong in C/C++ programming, data structures, algorithms, OS concepts
  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
  • Proficiency in software development with Linux/FreeBSD or similar UNIX systems

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive suite of benefits that supports physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing
  • Investment in your career with specific programs to help you reach your career goals
  • Unconditional inclusion and celebration of individual uniqueness

Skills

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