Software Systems Engineer - Network Forwarding Development

Extreme Networks India Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Extreme Networks India Private Limited is seeking a Senior SW Systems Engineer for Layer2/Layer3 forwarding development focused on BCM chipsets. You will contribute to the data plane and control plane, work on Linux embedded systems, and participate in multi-site projects.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of experience, strong C programming skills, and familiarity with VXLAN, QoS, and routing algorithms. This role is based in Bengaluru and involves collaborative, fast-paced development in a

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of networking data plane forwarding concepts: L2, L3, VXLAN, MCT, ACL, QoS.
• Experience with BCM XGS/DNX chipsets and Linux embedded software development.
• Proficient in C programming with strong problem-solving and analysis skills.
• Exposure to Go and microservices architecture; ability to troubleshoot and optimize performance.

Responsibilities

• Implement and deliver components/modules for Layer2/Layer3 forwarding features.
• Troubleshoot performance bottlenecks and memory leaks across multi-site teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery and quality.
• Learn on the job and adapt to dynamic environments; contribute to design and code reviews.

Skills

L2 forwarding

L3 forwarding

VXLAN

ACL

QoS

BCM XGS/DNX

C programming

Go

Microservices

Memory leaks debugging

Multi-site teams

Linux embedded

Routing algorithms

Data structures

Tools

Git

Linux

Job description

SW SYSTEMS ENGINEER 10374 - Layer2 & Layer 3 Forwarding Development- BCM Chipset

Job Description: Experience: 5-8 Years

• Strong understanding of networking data plane forwarding concepts in the following areas - L2, L3, VXLAN, MCT, ACL, QOS
• Hands on experience of programming BCM based XGS & DNX family of chipsets is preferable.
• Strong understanding of routing algorithms, data structures.
• Strong understanding of control plane networking concepts
• In-depth understanding of Linux operating systems and embedded software development
• Excellent programming knowledge in C
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exposure to GO and microservices architecture.
• Experience in trouble shooting & debugging memory leaks, performance bottlenecks -
• Experience working with multi-site project teams.
• Ability to learn on the job and ready to take up challenges.
• Should be able to implement and handle the complete delivery of the component/modules owned
• Ability to be productive in flexible and dynamic work environments. Experience Level Senior Level