Piper Companies is seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer - SONiC with deep expertise in network operating systems (NOS) and hardware abstraction layers to join a cutting-edge startup onsite near San Jose, CA. This role focuses on architecture and development for open-source NOS platforms, specifically SONiC and Switch Abstraction Interface (SAI). The ideal Senior Principle Software Engineer - SONiC will have end-to-end understanding of networking protocols, system architecture, and hardware bring-up processes.
Requirements
- Deep experience with NOS platforms such as Cisco IOS XR, IOS, Juniper OS, or similar OEM systems.
- Hands-on experience with routing protocols and packet forwarding architecture.
- Strong background in SONiC and Switch Abstraction Interface development and integration.
- Deep knowledge of BGP; EVPN-VXLAN experience is critical.
- BSP development, board bring-up, and secure boot implementation.
- Strong programming skills in C/C++ and familiarity with Linux kernel networking stack.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop software architecture for open-source NOS platforms, ensuring scalability and reliability.
- Work deeply on forwarding plane, routing protocols, and hardware abstraction layers.
- Collaborate on BSP (Board Support Package), board bring-up, and secure boot processes for new hardware platforms.
- Contribute to SONiC and SAI development, integration, and optimization for high-performance networking environments.
- Provide architectural guidance and ensure alignment with networking standards and best practices.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across NOS layers, including protocol-level debugging.
Other
- Must be eligible to work in the United States and obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance.
- onsite near San Jose, CA
