Datapath Software Engineer

Procom Consultants Group; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services provider is seeking a Datapath Software Engineer for a contract opportunity in Santa Clara, California. The role requires fluency in C/C++ programming and networking, with a solid understanding of IP protocols and Linux OS administration. Candidates must hold a BSc or MSc in Computer Science or a related field. This contract role offers an assignment length of 13+ months and requires immediate availability.

Qualifications

• Fluent with C/C++ programming and networking.
• Proficient with IP protocols (TCP, UDP) and packet routing.
• Experienced in Linux OS configuration and administration.

Skills

Fluent with C/C++ programming

Networking (TCP, UDP)

Linux OS administration

Education

BSc or MSc in Computer Science or related field

Tools

VMWare/NSX

OpenStack

Python

Job description

Procom is a leading provider of professional IT services and staffing to businesses and governments in Canada.

With revenues over $500 million, the Branham Group has recognized Procom as the 3rd largest professional services firm in Canada and is now the largest “Canadian‑Owned” IT staffing/consulting company.

Procom’s areas of staffing expertise include:

• Application Development
• Project Management
• Quality Assurance
• Business/Systems Analysis
• Datawarehouse & Business Intelligence
• Infrastructure & Network Services
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
• Security & Privacy

Specialties:

• Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation)
• Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation)
• ICAP (Contractor Payroll)
• Flextrack (Vendor Management System)

Job Description

Datapath Software Engineer

On behalf of our client, Procom Services is searching for a Datapath Software Engineer for a contract opportunity in Santa Clara, California.

Datapath Software Engineer Job Details

• Fluent with C/C++ programming and networking
• Networking: IP protocols (TCP, UDP), understanding of networks and packet routing
• Fully capable to work with Linux OS including installing and configuring different flavors, packages and drivers installation and configuration and other Linux administration

Datapath Software Engineer Mandatory Skills

• BSc or MSc in Computer Science or related field
• Fluent with C/C++ programming and networking
• Networking: IP protocols (TCP, UDP), understanding of networks and packet routing
• Fully capable to work with Linux OS including installing and configuring different flavors, packages and drivers installation and configuration and other Linux administration

Optional (plus) in descending order of priorities:

• Programming experience for Virtual Data Center environments: VMWare/NSX, OpenStack
• Knowledge and understanding (contributor) of Open Stack networking (Neutron) plugins development
• Knowledge of Intel DPDK or any other Data packets I/O SDKs
• Experience/Knowledge in Python programming language is a plus
• Experience/Knowledge with Network Security is a plus
• Familiarity with IDS/IPS and/or Firewall software is a plus

Datapath Software Engineer Start Date

ASAP

Datapath Software Engineer Assignment Length

13+ Months

Please note that we are not able to work with candidates on H1B Visas or candidates represented by third parties.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Please send your resume in Word format only.