Senior Software Engineer, SONiC - Networking

Nvidia

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary: $152,000–$241,500 / yr
Posted: 29 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing

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TL;DR · Senior Software Engineer, SONiC - Networking

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As a Senior Software Engineer, SONiC - Networking, you will join the SONiC open source NOS team to design and integrate features for various NVIDIA Networking products. You will lead development efforts for new SONiC networking features and chassis management while working within a continuous deployment environment characterized by fast development cycles. Your daily work involves creating high-quality code for the SONiC release train, which is published in industry-leading open source environments. The role requires expertise in C++, Python, Linux programming, and Linux shell scripting. You must possess a strong understanding of networking protocols, including L2 and L3, as well as experience with SAI or other open source projects. Additionally, you will utilize AI tools for development to solve complex problems related to high-speed switch solutions and network infrastructure integration.

What does a Software Engineer earn in Washington?

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Skills

SONiC SAI C++ Python Networking Protocols L2 L3 Linux Programming Shell Scripting Continuous Deployment Open Source AI Tools Scrum

What you'll do

Design, integrate, and deliver new features for the SONiC release train on NVIDIA Networking products.
Lead development efforts for new SONiC networking features and chassis management.
Develop high-quality code for open-source environments that is published and reviewed by the community.
Work within a Continuous Deployment environment featuring fast development and deployment cycles.
Implement and manage networking protocols including L2 and L3 layers.
Utilize C++, Python, and Linux shell scripting to develop software solutions.
Leverage AI tools for development and the creation of agents.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
3 to 5 years of experience in software development.
Knowledge of networking protocols.
Experience with C++ and Python programming.
Proven experience with AI tools for development or developing agents.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse team.
Experience in L2 and L3 networking protocols (preferred).
Experience in SONiC/SAI, open source projects, Linux programming, shell scripting, or Scrum methodology (preferred).

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