Network Platform Software Development- Technical Lead

Arrcus was founded to enhance business efficiency through superior network connectivity. The Arrcus Connected Edge (ACE) platform offers best-in-class networking with the most flexible consumption model at the lowest total cost of ownership. The team comprises world-class technologists with an unparalleled record in shipping industry-leading networking products, complemented by industry thought leaders, operating executives, strategic partners, and top-tier VCs. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop data path solutions for L3 (IPv4, IPv6, MPLS, SR/SRv6, VRF, L3VPN) and L2 (STP, LLDP, sFlow, LAG, MLAG) networking technologies.
• Architect and implement QoS features, including queueing, classification, policing, shaping, ACL, ECN, and WRED.
• Work with ASIC families (e.g., BCM XGS, BF Tofino) and develop software using BCM SDK, P4, and DPDK.
• Optimize and enhance Linux networking internals, including memory management, network stack, and hardware abstraction layers (RIB, FIB, HAL).
• Develop and maintain high-availability (HA) solutions, ISSU, and Linux-based networking systems.
• Work on Debian packaging, Linux kernel modifications, and kernel networking stack optimizations.
• Develop and integrate software for containerized and virtualized networking environments.

Requirements

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent field.
• 8+ years of hands-on development experience in networking software development.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++/Go/Python programming.
• Deep understanding of ASIC pipeline architectures and networking hardware.
• Hands-on experience with Linux OS internals, Debian build/packaging, and kernel networking stack.
• Experience with RIB, FIB, HAL, and high-availability (HA) networking solutions.
• Knowledge of containers (Docker, Kubernetes) and virtual machines (VMs) is a plus.

Skills

• Experience with DPDK, P4, BCM SDK, or other hardware programming interfaces.
• Strong debugging and performance optimization skills.
• Experience with high-performance, distributed networking systems.

Benefits

• Bonus + Equity
• 100% covered medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Parental leave
• 401k retirement plan
• Employee Assistance programs
• Health & wellness programs and resources
• Weekly catered lunches at our San Jose office
• Monthly happy hours at our San Jose office

Pay

$150,000 - $175,000 per year