Principal Software Engineer
ADVA Optical Networking SE
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We are looking for a motivated Principal Software Engineer to join our site in Yokneam.
You will have the chance to develop your own skills in a flexible and energetic work atmosphere with friendly and experienced colleagues. You will have helpful supervision, opportunity to learn, modern tools and flexible work culture.
If you want to be a part of our growing company that is driven by innovation and is focused on building a future together with our employees, consider applying.
Principle duties and responsibilities
Architect, design and develop software for IP/MPLS routers, focusing on routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, IS-IS) and MPLS (RSVP-TE, LDP, SR-MPLS) functionality.
Design and code quality, scalable, high-performance solutions for embedded systems.
Collaborate with hardware, QA, and product teams to define requirements and validate system performance.
Mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering best practices in software development.
Investigate and resolve complex system issues, optimizing for latency, throughput, and reliability.
Qualifications, Skills
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
8+ years of software development experience, with 5+ years focused on IP/MPLS routers or networking equipment.
Expertise in C/C++ programming for embedded, Broadcom ASIC based systems and real-time operating systems (e.g. Linux).
Deep understanding of IP/MPLS protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, LDP, RSVP-TE).
Experience with software development tools (e.g., Git, Jenkins, GDB) and debugging in multi-threaded environments.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with periodic on-call responsibilities for critical system issues.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with SDN (Software-Defined Networking) and network automation frameworks (e.g., YANG, NETCONF, SNMP).
Expertise in Python programming
Knowledge of packet forwarding architectures and ASIC programming.
Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps practices for CI/CD pipelines.
Contributions to open-source networking projects or industry standards (e.g., IETF, GitHub open projects).
Success Criteria:
High professional skills
Relevant experience
High energy individual
Internally motivated
Able to work well within development organization
Broader scope to interact at development and industry standards level
Limited travel may be required.
May provide consultation on complex projects and is considered to be the top-level contributor/specialist.
Demonstrates a wide degree of creativity and latitude.
Benefits
Possibility to work in an international, multicultural environment
Strong team-oriented and friendly work culture
Awarding for implementing new ideas via the internal Global Idea Bank
CSR program - Employee volunteerism and community involvement.