Senior Software Engineer ( SONiC )
About The Position
At Lumentum, we’re building the tech behind the world’s fastest networks and most advanced systems. Our optical and photonic solutions power everything from AI and cloud computing to data centers, telecom, and advanced manufacturing. We’re a global team of innovators working where light meets technology, solving big challenges that keep the world connected and moving forward. If shaping the future of connectivity excites you, you’ll fit right in. We are seeking an experienced SONiC expert to lead the design and development of next-generation optical circuit switch platforms. This role will focus on SONiC platform architecture, SAI development, containerization, debian packaging, telemetry and fault management for optical systems. The successful candidate will collaborate across multiple engineering teams and contribute to upstream SONiC initiatives
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in C, C++ and Python
- Migrating to major SONiC releases
- Deep understanding of SONiC architecture ( core and host services, NBI, database)
- Strong Linux, Docker, Debian packaging, build systems, shell scripting and Git skills
- Hands-on system bring-up experience, SAI development and platform integration
- Proven experience with telemetry, system events
Nice To Haves
- Prior contributions to SONiC or OCP open-source networking projects
- Knowledge of large-scale datacenter networking and optical transport technologies
- Experience with software defined optical networks (SDON)
Responsibilities
- Define and own the SONiC platform architecture for next-generation optical hardware platforms
- Architect and drive SAI design and enablement to support optical circuit switching use cases
- Lead platform bring-up strategy, including containerized services and Debian packaging
- Own SONiC release strategy, porting and stabilizing software across major releases
- Architect telemetry, observability, and northbound integrations (e.g., gNXI)
- Design and implement fault/event driven framework for optical platforms
- Drive cross-functional technical alignment across hardware, firmware and manufacturing teams
- Influence open networking direction through upstream contributions to SONiC/OCP
Benefits
- Flexible time off
- Health and wellness benefits (physical and mental)
- Tuition reimbursement and career growth support
- A workplace built for you: free gym, games room, prayer room
- Subsidized meals, free coffee/tea
- Employee stock options and incentive plans
- A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
