Senior Software Engineer – C++, Linux Kernel

• Track ongoing Linux Kernel developments and identify relevant features for Arista products and internal development
• Develop and maintain EOS Kernel features and tests using C, C++, and Python
• Review and contribute to functional and design specifications
• Build automated tests and test infrastructure
• Work with hardware engineers and vendors to qualify CPUs, NICs, and other kernel-dependent hardware components
• Contribute features to the mainline Linux kernel
• Integrate new Linux Kernel versions for EOS and internal development
• Provide technical leadership across features, projects, and tools
• Analyze, mitigate, and fix customer network problems with Customer Support Engineers and customers
• Analyze system test issues and provide fixes
• Mentor new and junior engineers
• Own projects from definition through deployment and customer interactions

• BSc, MS or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
• 3+ years of related postgraduate work experience
• Expert knowledge and extensive experience programming in C
• Knowledge of C++ and Python desirable
• Significant hands-on experience troubleshooting issues, fixing bugs, and developing features in the Linux kernel
• Familiarity with Linux kernel architecture, design, and implementation
• Familiarity with the upstream Linux community’s patching process and procedures
• Understanding of IP networking architecture, design, and principles
• Applied understanding of modern software engineering principles and practices
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong software design and implementation skills
• Ability to work independently and in small teams
• Ability to communicate articulately and document designs and implementations clearly and concisely
• Familiarity with x86 and ARM CPU architectures

• Remote work option
• Work-life balance
• Inclusive and diverse work environment
• Compensation
• Professional development through mentoring and technical leadership opportunities