Software Engineer

Infinera; Bengaluru Urban; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working schemes

90 days maternity/paternity leave

Life insurance for all employees

Well-being programs

NERGs (Employee Resource Groups)

Job summary

Nokia is seeking SW engineers to design and implement high-performance datapath solutions for routers powering data centers, telcos, and service provider networks. You will work on IP/MPLS, Segment Routing, VXLANs, and QoS, contributing to secure, scalable, and resilient networks.

You will write modular, well-tested code, explore virtualization (KVM, Docker), and collaborate with product management and testers to deliver customer-driven solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3-10 years of networking experience.
• Experience with IP/MPLS/Segment Routing/VXLANs.
• Proficiency in QoS (Policers, Schedulers, ACLs) and TCAM management.
• Hands-on experience with DPDK for high-performance packet processing.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming for networking solutions.
• Contributions to SONiC or open-source networking projects (desirable).
• Experience in virtualized Linux environments (KVM, Docker).
• Passion for networking and high-performance systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement datapath solutions on custom and merchant silicon.
• Develop IP/MPLS/Segment Routing/VXLANs and QoS technologies.
• Work with DPDK for performance optimization in high-throughput systems.
• Operate in virtualized Linux environments (KVM, Docker).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver customer-driven solutions.
• Write modular, maintainable, well-tested code and improve best practices.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Packet forwarding

KVM

Docker

DPDK

SONiC

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

TCP/IP

Job description

Job Description

At NI IP Routing SW, we believe in fostering a flat and non-hierarchical work environment. We are obsessed about delivering high-quality products and ensure the utmost level of excellence in everything we do. We are a passionate bunch and strive to be technological leaders in our industry. You will be integral to a close-knit team to engineer best-in-class products for the most critical networks – data centers for web/hyper-scalers, telcos and enterprises (including AI fabrics), and communication service provider networks.

We are looking for SW engineers who wish to be a part of developing and evolving the current and next generation of routers that form the core of anything internet. These routers are at the heart of Nokia’s IP product offerings, from data centers (including AI fabrics) to providing strong, resilient low latency and dependable IP backhaul for service providers and mission critical networks. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with one of the best engineering teams in the industry. We value your expertise and offer an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. There are more customers we want to win, more networks to penetrate, more technologies to enable and more applications to support. We want to make smaller products, and we want to make bigger products. We want to build products based on newer standards and newer ASICS in the market.

You will play a critical role in designing and implementing high-performance data path solutions on both custom and merchant silicon. You will be responsible for writing efficient and modular code that is well-tested and robust, ensuring that it meets the high standards required for the most critical networks. Your role will involve working on advanced packet forwarding techniques in IP, MPLS, Segment Routing, VxLANs. You will also contribute into Traffic Management technologies - QoS (Policers, Schedulers, Shapers), ACLs, TCAM Management, and Packet Extractions to CPU. DCN2026.

Responsibilities

• Design and implementation: You will gain deep expertise in designing and implementing datapath solutions on both custom and merchant silicon.
• Advanced packet forwarding: Develop your skills in IP, MPLS, Segment Routing, VXLANs, and QoS technologies such as Policers, Schedulers, and ACLs.
  DPDK and performance optimization: Youll be working with DPDK and similar technologies to maximize performance for high-throughput systems.
• Virtualized environments: Expand your knowledge in working with virtualized Linux environments such as KVM and Dockers.
• Team collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management and software testers, to deliver customer-driven solutions.
• Robust and modular code: Focus on writing modular, maintainable code that is well unit-tested, improving your coding skills and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree with 3-10 years of Experience.
• Proven experience in packet forwarding technologies (IP, MPLS, Segment Routing, VXLANs).
• Experience with QoS technologies (Policers, Schedulers, ACLs) and TCAM management.
• Hands‑on experience with DPDK for high-performance packet processing.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming, with a focus on networking solutions.
• Contributions to SONiC or other open-source networking projects (desirable).
• Methodical problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working in virtualized Linux environments (e.g., KVM, Docker, etc.).
• Passion for networking technologies and high-performance systems.

Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Our recruitment process

We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific roles requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.

Some of our benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
• Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
• Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
• Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
• Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
• Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
• A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond