Arista Networks
Networking
SeniorSoftwareEngineer,Platforms
“Senior Software Engineer, Platforms at Arista Networks. Skills: Embedded software, C/C++, Python, Hardware control. Architect and Develop embedded software. Manage and control hardware components”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure system stability; Ensure health monitoring; Ensure hardware components function correctly
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Problem-solving skills; Solving challenging low-level problems
Australian work rights only, Australian Citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency, Legal entitlement to work in Australia
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering, Strong, demonstrable experience in C/C++ and/or Python in an embedded context, Broad background in embedded systems software engineering, Unix/Linux platforms, Applied understanding of software engineering principles
Nice to Have
Hands-on experience with low-level hardware communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, PCIe, Proven ability to read hardware datasheets and schematics, Experience with the board bring-up process for new hardware, Understanding of IP networking, Understanding of distributed systems, Knowledge of digital communication technologies like modulation and signal encoding schemes
What You'll Do.
Architect and Develop embedded software
Manage and control hardware components
Build automated tests
Analyze hardware-related software issues
Mitigate hardware-related software issues
Fix hardware-related software issues
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with product management; Work closely with hardware engineers; Work closely with software engineers; Work closely with FPGA engineers; Collaborate in cross-disciplinary teams; Work in small teams
Communication Scope
Effective communication
Process & Methodology
Manage multiple tasks, Meet project deadlines, Design a solution, Implement features independently
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