Software Engineer – Software-Defined Networking (SDN)

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Our global client is seeking a Software Engineer – Software-Defined Networking (SDN) to work on complex networking challenges, from integrating existing SDN solutions to architecting new systems that will serve as the backbone of Luxor Cloud’s networking stack.

Candidates must be based in: United States, Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, China, India, Philippines.

Requirements:

• Strong proficiency in C, C++, or Rust for developing high-performance, low-latency networking applications.
• Deep understanding of networking protocols such as:VLAN, VXLAN, BGP, EVPN, MPLS, and IPsec.
• Control plane and data plane separation in SDN architectures.
• Hands-on experience with SDN technologies like:Open vSwitch (OVS), Snabb, ZeroTier, and SONiC.Solid knowledge of Linux networking stack, including:iptables, nftables, netfilter, and kernel-level networking modules.
• Familiarity with network performance tuning and high-speed packet processing techniques.
• Strong background in network security protocols and best practices.
• English language proficiency.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with DPDK (Data Plane Development Kit) for fast packet processing.
• Familiarity with BGP EVPN for data center fabric and overlay network design.
• Knowledge of cloud-native networking (CNI plugins, Kubernetes networking stack).
• Exposure to hardware offloading technologies (e.g., SR-IOV, SmartNICs).
• Understanding of distributed systems and scalable cloud architectures.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of software engineering experience.
• 3+ years of experience in network software development or SDN-related projects.
• Strong proficiency in C, C++, or Rust for developing high-performance networking applications.
• In-depth understanding of networking protocols such as BGP, EVPN, OSPF, VLAN, VXLAN, MPLS, and IPsec.
• Experience working with SDN technologies like Open vSwitch (OVS), Snabb, ZeroTier.
• Strong knowledge of network architecture, including data center networking, overlay networks, and control plane/data plane separation.
• Proficiency in Linux networking stack, including iptables, nftables, and kernel networking modules.
• Experience with Go is plus.
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Experience working with remote teams.

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JOB ID: 157681

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Wynn Gates

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