
Senior Software Engineer
Quvia
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: California • United States
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About the role
- Design and develop software modules using C/C++ for high-performance network applications
- Integrate with Python based modules
- Work on L2–L7 networking protocols such as Ethernet, IP, TCP/UDP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and others
- Collaborate closely with architecture and QA teams to define and deliver robust software components
- Debug and resolve complex issues across multiple layers (application, transport, and network)
- Analyze crash files and debug with the team to resolve them
- Configure and troubleshoot virtual networking in virtual machine (VM) environments — bridges, TAP/TUN interfaces, VLANs, and virtual switches (like OVS)
- Deploy and test networking software inside VMs or virtualized test environments (e.g., KVM, VMware, VirtualBox, or cloud VMs)
- Collaborate with DevOps and QA teams to ensure seamless deployment, configuration, and testing workflows
- Participate in design and code reviews, enforcing best practices for maintainable, high-quality code
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical design discussions and documentation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or related discipline
- 7–10 years of hands-on software development experience in C/C++ and Python
- Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols — IPv4/IPv6, ARP, VLAN, TCP/IP stack, routing, switching, or network virtualization
- Experience with Linux based systems — system programming, socket programming, and multithreading
- Hands-on experience with packet capture/analysis tools (Wireshark, tcpdump, etc.)
- Exposure to DPDK/VPP, SDN/NFV, or network appliances is a strong plus
- Experience integrating software with network management systems (NMS), SNMP, or REST APIs
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes preferred
- Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills in distributed systems
- Good understanding of software design patterns and performance optimization techniques
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment
- Proven track record of delivering production-quality software in fast-paced teams.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Equity options
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
- Life Insurance
- Flexible PTO policy
- 401(k) plan
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
CC++Pythonnetworking protocolsLinuxsystem programmingsocket programmingmultithreadingpacket capturesoftware design patterns
Soft skills
problem-solvingdebugginganalytical thinkingattention to detailcommunicationcollaborationmentoringtechnical design discussionscode reviewsbest practices
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceMaster’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in ElectronicsMaster’s degree in Electronics