Senior Software Engineer, SONiC - Networking

NVIDIA•Redmond, WA

10d•$152,000 - $287,500

About The Position

NVIDIA is seeking a creative software engineer to join its SONiC open-source network operating system team. The team designs and integrates software for NVIDIA Networking products. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to next-generation high-speed switch solutions and work with experts in the open-source community. The engineer will lead development efforts for new SONiC networking features and chassis management across NVIDIA Networking products, working in a dynamic and diverse team. The role involves designing, integrating, and delivering features in the SONiC release train on NVIDIA Networking products, working in a continuous deployment environment with fast development and deployment cycles, and collaborating with experienced teams within and outside NVIDIA Networking. Code is open source and published and reviewed in industry-leading open-source environments. The position is an existing vacancy. Applications will be accepted at least until November 3, 2026. The expected base salary ranges are USD 152,000–241,500 for Level 3 and USD 184,000–287,500 for Level 4. The employee is also eligible for equity and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience; the posting also refers to an EE graduate.
3–5 years of development experience.
Knowledge of networking protocols.
Proven experience using AI tools for development or developing agents.
Experience with C++ and Python programming.
Ability to learn quickly and strong technical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work as a teammate.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking protocols.
Experience with SONiC, SAI, or open-source-based projects.
Background in Linux programming.
Knowledge of Linux shell scripting.
Experience with Scrum methodology.

Responsibilities

Design, integrate, and deliver new features as part of the SONiC release train on NVIDIA Networking products.
Work in a continuous deployment environment with fast development and deployment cycles.
Collaborate with experienced teams within and outside NVIDIA Networking.
Develop high-quality code for publication and review in open-source environments.
Lead development efforts for new SONiC networking features and chassis management for NVIDIA Networking products.