Lead Software Engineer - Systems & Networking Architecture

Job Location : Bangalore. Hybrid.

Experience : 8 to 12 Years.

Max Joining Time : 45 Days.

Education & Experience :

- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent, with 610 years of experience in software development.

Architecture Expertise :

- Strong experience in designing and architecting complex software systems and integrating them across multiple platforms.

Technical Skills :

- Hands-on experience with multiple programming languages, development tools, and software design methodologies.

Systems & Networking Expertise :

- Broadcom Network ASIC / silicon (XGS, DNX, Trident, Jericho)

- Datapath / Dataplane design

- Packet forwarding pipelines

- Multicast technologies (IGMP/MLD snooping, PIM, NG MVPN Rosen)

- Strong expertise in chip-level programming, multicast optimization, and forwarding logic

Systems Thinking :

- Deep understanding of end-to-end software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and integration.

Testing & Quality :

- Experience in defining and executing test strategies, debugging, and using testing tools and frameworks.

Analytical Ability :

- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to handle complex technical challenges.

Leadership & Collaboration :

- Proven ability to lead teams, work across functions, and manage stakeholder expectations effectively.

Communication Skills :

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present architectural designs and influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities :

- Lead the development and integration of complex networking and dataplane solutions.

- Define system architecture, technical roadmaps, and design standards for software products.

- Drive packet forwarding, datapath, and dataplane design initiatives.

- Work closely with engineering teams to ensure successful implementation of architectural designs.

- Lead technical reviews, architecture discussions, and design validation activities.

- Define and oversee testing strategies, debugging processes, and quality assurance practices.

- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives.