Software Engineer - C/C++ , Dataplane, Forwarding, Layer 2 (EVPN, VPLS) and Layer 3 (SRv6, Segment Routing, MPLS) technologies (5-9 yrs)

Overview

Software Engineer role focused on hands-on design, coding, and optimization of forwarding data plane software for IOS-XR platforms.

What you'll do

• Design and implement forwarding features within the IOS-XR platform.
• Write high-performance, production-grade C/C++ code for L2/L3 forwarding technologies.
• Implement data plane logic to optimize packet processing and map requirements to NPU microcode and SDK interactions.
• Debug and perform root-cause analysis for complex defects from internal testing and customer deployments.
• Profile and tune code to minimize latency and maximize throughput.
• Use AI/LLM-based tools for code generation, unit test creation, and static analysis.
• Adopt CI/CD, Git, and code review practices for modern SDLC workflows.

What you'll need

• 6-10 years of experience in embedded software development for networking products.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for high-performance embedded systems.
• Proficiency in Python for scripting and test automation.
• Solid knowledge of carrier-grade networking OS and forwarding architectures.
• Experience debugging complex embedded software issues.
• Experience with tools such as Clearcase, Valgrind, DDTS, and GDB.
• BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Details

• Location: Bangalore, India.
• Application window expected to close on 12/30/2026.