Principal Software Engineer, SDN Networking

ZipRecruiter; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 270,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Crusoe as a Principal Software Engineer focusing on Software Defined Networking. You will lead the development and execution of innovative networking strategies, leveraging advanced technologies. This role influences the future of sustainable cloud infrastructure, making a tangible impact in a rapidly growing tech environment.

Benefits

Industry competitive pay

Restricted Stock Units

Health insurance package options

Employer contributions to HSA accounts

Paid Parental Leave

Paid life insurance

401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary

Generous paid time off

Cell phone reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a production environment.
• Extensive knowledge of Linux Systems Internals and computer architecture.
• Hands-on experience with kernel bypass technologies like XDP/EBPF, DPDK.

Responsibilities

• Develop the roadmap for the Software Defined Networking strategy.
• Guide architecture decisions and implementation tasks.
• Collaborate with network infrastructure for industry-leading solutions.

Skills

System Programming

Network Programming

Packet Processing Pipelines

Linux Kernel Development

C

C++

Rust

TCP/IP

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Crusoe is building the World’s Favorite AI-first Cloud infrastructure company. We’re pioneering vertically integrated, purpose-built AI infrastructure solutions trusted by Fortune 500 companies to power their most advanced AI applications. Crusoe is redefining AI cloud infrastructure, with a mission to align the future of computing with the future of the climate. Our AI platform is recognized as the "gold standard" for reliability and performance. Our data centers are optimized for AI workloads and are powered by clean, renewable energy.

Be part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that’s setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

About This Role:

We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer - Software Defined Networking to lead the development and execution of our Software Defined Networking strategy. This role will be instrumental in driving innovation and performance improvements within our network infrastructure by leveraging cutting-edge technologies like XDP/EBPF, DPDK, SmartNICs, and DPU/IPUs.

What You’ll Be Working On:

• Develop and execute the roadmap for the Software Defined Networking strategy at Crusoe Cloud.

• Guide the engineering team through architecture decisions, design processes, design reviews, code reviews, and implementation tasks.

• Collaborate with the network infrastructure organization to develop industry-leading networking infrastructure.

• Lead Linux Kernel and driver development, system architecture design, production support, and cross-functional collaboration.

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• 10+ years of related experience building and operating at scale in a production environment.

• Proven experience in system programming with C, C++ and/or Rust.

• Extensive knowledge of Linux Systems Internals and computer architecture.

• Expertise in Network Programming and Packet Processing pipelines.

• Hands-on experience with kernel bypass technologies such as XDP/EBPF, AF_XDP, and DPDK.

• In-depth understanding of TCP/IP and network accelerators like Mellanox/Nvidia SmartNIC (ConnectX6/7), DPU Bluefield3, and Intel IPU.

• Familiarity with SR-IOV, vDPA, and scalable functions.

• Strong background in kernel or embedded development, particularly with the Linux kernel.

• Experience with Open vSwitch, Openflow, and Open Virtual Networking.

• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices and best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.

• Demonstrated track record of contributions to the open source community (e.g., Open vSwitch/OVS, Open Virtual Networking/OVN, Multus, Cilium).

Bonus Points:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• Proven leadership experience in a technical role.

• Experience with cloud networking platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM).

Benefits:

• Industry competitive pay

• Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company

• Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents

• Employer contributions to HSA accounts

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term

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• 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

• Cell phone reimbursement

• Tuition reimbursement

• Subscription to the Calm app

• MetLife Legal

• Company paid Commuter FSA benefit of $200 per month

Compensation:

Compensation will be paid in the range of $270,000 - $320,000 a year + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant’s knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to , , , , genetic information, , citizenship, marital status, /, preference/ , , , veteran status, , or any other status protected by law or regulation.