Senior Software Engineer – Linux Kernel, C++

🕒 May 22

🇬🇷 Greece – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

🧑‍💻 Full-stack Engineer

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Arista Networks

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2004

🏢 Enterprise

📡 Telecommunications

💰 $2.6M Post-IPO Debt on 2015-05

Enterprise • Telecommunications • Cloud

Arista Networks is a leader in building scalable high-performance and ultra-low-latency networks for modern data center and cloud computing environments. The company offers a wide range of networking solutions including the Arista Extensible Operating System (EOS) for cloud networking, CloudVision for network automation and observability, and a variety of high-performance switches and routing platforms. Arista's solutions are designed for enterprise WANs, cloud-grade routing, multi-domain segmentation, security, and modern network operating models, making them a pivotal choice for hyperscale data centers and cloud environments.

📋 Description

• Develop and maintain EOS Kernel features and tests using C, C++ and Python • Track ongoing developments in the Linux Kernel and identify features of interest • Build automated tests and test infrastructure to validate the features • Work with hardware engineers and vendors to qualify new Kernel dependent hardware components • Work with the Kernel community to contribute features back to the mainline • Provide technical leadership across features, projects and tools • Mentor new and junior engineers to bring them up to speed in Arista’s software development environment

🎯 Requirements

• BSc, MS or Ph.D. in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering • 3+ years of related post graduate work experience • Expert knowledge of and extensive experience programming in C required • 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

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary • Flexible working hours • Professional development opportunities • Remote work options