Staff Software Engineer - Switch Design

Supermicro; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 178,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly experienced Staff Software Engineer specializing in switch design. This role involves leading the development and deployment of software solutions using SONiC, ensuring seamless integration with hardware components. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in networking switch product development, strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python, and a solid understanding of networking protocols. Join a dynamic team and contribute to cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment where your expertise will drive innovation and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in networking switch product development.
• Strong grounding in data structures, algorithms, and OS internals.
• Experience with open-source networking stacks and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of software solutions for networking.
• Collaborate with hardware teams for optimal hardware-software interactions.
• Mentor junior engineers on software engineering best practices.

Skills

C/C++ Programming

Python Programming

Networking Protocols (EVPN, BGP, OSPF)

Analytical Thinking

Leadership

Program Management

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Master's Degree in Management

Tools

SONiC

Linux

FRR

Quagga

Job description

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Location: San Jose, California, United States

About Supermicro:

Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Job Summary:

Super Micro Computer, Inc. is currently seeking a highly experience Staff Software Engineer – Switch Design. The candidate will be responsible for promoting switch products, program manage and work with development and testing teams to features.

This position requires working knowledge on networking and switch products, analytical thinking, business acumen, leadership, program management teamwork, attention to details, and creativity

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Includes the following essential duties and responsibilities (other duties may also be assigned):

• You will be part of a fast-paced work environment and responsible for end-to-end product development and production support
• Lead the design, development, and deployment of software solutions leveraging SONiC to interface with hardware infrastructure and platform-level components
• Develop and maintain platform adaptation layers for seamless integration between SONiC and underlying hardware (e.g., ASICs, BMC, and other platform elements)
• Collaborate with hardware teams to enable optimal hardware-software interactions and expose hardware capabilities through SONiC interfaces
• Write, review, and optimize code for critical system modules, drivers, and APIs supporting high-performance data planes and control planes
• Define the technical architecture to integrate SONiC with platform infrastructure, ensuring scalability and high availability
• Design robust interfaces between SONiC and platform-specific management/control modules (e.g., telemetry, diagnostics, and security components)
• Lead efforts to optimize resource utilization, power efficiency, and operational stability of the network platform
• Provide technical direction to the development team, mentoring junior and midlevel engineers on software engineering best practices and advanced networking concepts
• Coordinate cross-functional activities between software, hardware, QA, and systems integration teams
• Drive code reviews, technical discussions, and issue resolution to ensure timely and quality deliverables
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Act as a key liaison with open-source SONiC communities, contributing to upstream development and leveraging community innovations
  • Collaborate with product management and customers to understand use cases, gather requirements, and align deliverables with business objectives
  • Lead the evaluation and adoption of new tools, technologies, and methodologies to accelerate development and testing cycles

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline is preferred; Master’s degree in management is a plus
• A minimum of 12years of experience in networking switch products development or management, or other similar technical position
• Experience working with Linux or other like networking operating systems
• Programming experience with C/C++ and Python
• Strong grounding in data structures and algorithms
• In-depth understanding of packet forwarding, operating systems internals, algorithms, and computer architecture
• Experience with open-source networking stacks like FRR, Quagga
• Experience working on network operating system like SONiC
• Hands-on experience with network protocols, including EVPN VXLAN, BGP, OSPF, IGMP, PIM, and Layer 2 networking concepts (VLAN, STP, ERPS)
• Experience working with switching chips like (Broadcom (XGS), Marvell
• Proven ability to understand and implement features based on networking drafts and RFCs, ensuring compliance with industry standards
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with experience in working with crossfunctional teams
• Demonstrate adaptability, strong problem-solving abilities, effective collaboration, and a passion for continuous learning in a fast-paced software environment

Ways to stand out

• Experience with switch SDK or SAI (Ex: Broadcom/Marvell)

Salary Range

$178,000 - $218,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.