Arista Networks
Networking
Senior/LeadSoftwareEngineer(PacketForwardingEngines)
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“Senior/Lead Software Engineer (Packet Forwarding Engines) at Arista Networks. Skills: Packet Forwarding Engines, System software, C++, Python. Write functional specifications. design specifications”
What You'll Achieve.
own your projects from definition to deployment; responsible for the quality of everything you deliver
Industry & Context.
problem solving; software troubleshooting skills; debug problems; analyze problems
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
C or C++, UNIX or Linux, IP networking or distributed systems, software engineering principles, problem solving and software troubleshooting skills, Ability to design a solution to a small-sized problem, and implement that solution without outside help, Able to work on a small team solving a medium-sized problem with limited oversight
Nice to Have
ASIC-based packet forwarding engines, hardware components, board system management software, software that manages them is implemented, networks in which they are used
What You'll Do.
Write functional specifications
design specifications
debug packet forwarding engine
debug system software
Work with Customer Support Engineers
bring up initial versions
design and develop software
Mentor new and junior engineers
Review specifications
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work on a team implementing; Work with the hardware team; Work with diagnostic software team; Work with System Test Engineers; Review and contribute to specifications
Process & Methodology
create a schedule, updating that schedule weekly
Full Job Description
Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges. At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation. Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do. Who You’ll Work With Arista Networks is looking for world-class software engineers to join our Packet Forwarding Engines (PFE) and System software development team. As a core member of the PFE software and System software team, you will be part of a fast-paced, high caliber team building packet forwarding engine and system software to manage the world's most complex networking ASICs used to build the industry's largest data center networks. Your software will be a key component of Arista's Extensible Operating System (EOS), Arista's unique, Linux-based network operating system that runs on all of Arista's data center networking products. The Packet Forwarding Engines and System software team is responsible for all aspects of the development and delivery of our ASIC-based forwarding engine software. You will work with your fellow engineers to understand
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