Software Engineer (Wifi/ Embedded)

Arista Networks; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arista Networks in Santa Clara is seeking an experienced engineer for their Cloud-managed WiFi product portfolio. The role involves developing new features for access points, working alongside cross-functional teams, and assessing emerging technologies.

The ideal candidate will have strong engineering fundamentals, proficiency in C/C++, and relevant experience in Linux environments. Arista offers a collaborative and engineering-centric work culture.

Qualifications

• Strong engineering and Computer Science fundamentals.
• 3–15 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming.
• Experience developing applications or Linux drivers in a Linux environment.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements.
• Design, develop, and deliver software for access points.
• Track emerging technologies and assess their impact on products.
• Collaborate with sales and support to understand customer needs.
• Perform system-level evaluations of Wi-Fi AP functionality.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Network device drivers

Operating system internals

Wi-Fi chipset platforms

Job description

Job Description

The WiFi AccessPoint team at Arista is responsible for end‑to‑end development of the Cloud‑managed WiFi product portfolio. The role focuses on building and delivering new access point features, ensuring high quality, and collaborating with sales, support, and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with cross‑functional teams to understand product requirements and design solutions.
• Design, develop, and deliver software for access points, including new features and firmware.
• Track emerging technologies and assess their impact on Arista products.
• Collaborate with sales and support to understand customer needs, address escalations, and promote new solutions.
• Engage in system‑level understanding of Wi‑Fi AP functionality and perform performance evaluations.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Strong engineering and Computer Science fundamentals.
• Minimum 3–15 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming.
• Experience developing applications or Linux drivers in a Linux environment.

Proven experience in any of the following:

1. Network device drivers, operating system internals, kernel development, compilers, SOC architecture.
2. User‑space development for connectivity products such as wireless LAN access points or controllers, covering areas such as HostAPD, portal, RADIUS, AAA, identity and role management, Radsec, tunnels, firewall, iptables, flow classification, QoS, TLS, DTLS.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Wi‑Fi device drivers on Linux.
• Hands‑on experience with one or more Wi‑Fi chipset platforms.
• Good system‑level understanding of wireless AP functionality.
• Experience developing Wi‑Fi features, system integration, and evaluating performance parameters.

Additional Information

Arista is an engineering‑centric company with a flat and streamlined management structure. Engineers own their projects, have access to cross‑domain resources, and prioritise test automation. Headquarters are in Santa Clara, California, with development offices in Australia, Canada, India, Ireland, and the United States.