Senior Software Engineer, Systems Platform

A10 Networks, Inc.; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A10 Networks, Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Systems Platform, to help develop network system software and architecture. You will design and implement infrastructure via CLI, WebUI, and management applications, and collaborate with senior engineers to specify features.

You will test with automated infrastructure to ensure coverage and consistency, document code, and assist QA and customer support in delivering patches. A Bachelor or Master’s in CS/EE/CE or related field is required.

Qualifications

• Strong C/C++ programming in Linux/RTOS or similar environments.
• Experience with multithreading and real-time high availability embedded systems.
• Familiarity with TCP/IP and common IP protocols used in networking.

Responsibilities

• Develop network system software and architecture alongside senior engineers.
• Design and implement CLI, WebUI, and management apps from A10 or third parties.
• Test software with automated methodologies to ensure coverage and reliability.
• Document code and assist product docs and user guides.
• Support QA and assist customer support with patches for reported issues.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Multithreading

Real-time embedded systems

TCP/IP networking

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in CS/EE/CE or related field

Job description

Senior Software Engineer, Systems Platform

Participate in the development of network system software and architecture. Work with senior engineers to provide functional and design specifications for features. Design and implement infrastructure through Command Line Interfaces (CLI), Web User Interface (WebUI), and management applications from A10 or third parties. Test newly developed software through rigorous test methodology and automation infrastructure to ensure sufficient coverage and consistent results. Document code appropriately with comments and work with the product documentation team to develop and review user documentation. Support QA in final product testing phase. Assist customer support team in addressing customer reported issues and deliver patches.

Experience / Knowledge

• Utilize strong C/C++ programming skills in development with multithreading, multicore, and real-time high availability embedded systems such as Linux, RTOS or similar OS
• Experience in multi-threading, multi-core, and real-time high availability embedded systems
• Experience with TCP/IP and knowledgeable with common standard IP protocols such as ARP, IP, ICMP, UDP, GRE, etc.
• Good understanding of control plane and data plane architecture in networking devices
• Solid understanding and experience in licensing technologies in embedded systems
• Experience working with device and license management platforms
• Understanding of Cloud platforms such as Amazon AWS, Google Cloud, OCI, etc.

Education

Require Bachelor or Master’s degree in CS/EE/CE or related field

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Targeted Compensation Guideline

Up to $150,000. Compensation will vary based on number of factors, including market demand for specific skills, role type, job level, and individual qualifications. Final salary offers are determined by considerations including, but not limited to, subject matter expertise, demonstrated skill level, relevant experience, geographic location, education, certifications, and training.

Equal Opportunity

A10 Networks is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal subcontractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. A10 also complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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