Senior Staff Engineer - Layer-2 Protocol Development
- Juniper Networks
- 12 - 17 years
- Bengaluru
- 21 days ago
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Job Description
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Juniper Networks is seeking a highly experienced and driven Senior Staff Engineer to join our switching product development team in Bangalore . In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing and developing Layer-2 networking features for Junipers cutting-edge switching platforms. You will take end-to-end ownership of software development across the entire product lifecycle, from requirements gathering and architecture to implementation, testing, and delivery.
Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Layer-2 networking software for Juniper s switching product lines.
- Collaborate with product management and cross-functional engineering teams to translate product requirements into detailed functional and architectural specifications .
- Lead and contribute to the design, development, and unit testing of Layer-2 protocols and related system components including device drivers and kernel modules .
- Ensure seamless integration of new features into existing systems with robust performance and maintainability.
- Drive debugging, profiling, and optimization of complex systems, ensuring reliable operation in real-world network environments.
- Partner with system and solution test teams to develop comprehensive test strategies and assist in validation of features in production-like conditions.
- Act as a technical mentor and guide for junior engineers, contributing to a high-performance engineering culture.
- 12+ years of experience in software development in networking systems with a strong focus on Layer-2 and Layer-3 technologies.
- Deep expertise in C/C++ programming , with strong skills in data structures, algorithms, and OS internals .
- Proven experience developing software on Linux, FreeBSD , or similar UNIX-based systems .
- In-depth knowledge of Layer-2 networking protocols including but not limited to:
- STP, RSTP, MSTP
- LACP, LLDP
- MVRP, MACSec (802.1AE), MKA
- 802.1X, VLANs, L2 switching
- EVPN, VXLAN (desirable)
- Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and debugging skills in complex networked environments.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills; ability to clearly articulate complex technical designs and tradeoffs.
- BS/MS in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering , or a related field.
- Experience with network ASIC SDKs , control plane/data plane integration, or platform software.
- Familiarity with network simulation, traffic generators , or test automation frameworks.
- Exposure to open-source networking stacks and open standards development (e.g., IEEE, IETF).
Wherever you are in the world, whether its downtown Sunnyvale or London, Westford or Bengaluru, Juniper is a place that was founded on disruptive thinking - where colleague innovation is not only valued, but expected. We believe that the great task of delivering a new network for the next decade is delivered through the creativity and commitment of our people. The Juniper Way is the commitment to all our colleagues that the culture and company inspire their best work-their lifes work. At Juniper we believe this is more than a job - its an opportunity to help change the world.
At Juniper Networks, we are committed to elevating talent by creating a trust-based environment where we can all thrive together. If you think you have what it takes, but do not necessarily check every single box, please consider applying. We d love to speak with you.
Juniper is an Equal Opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and business need.
Job Classification
Industry: IT Services & ConsultingFunctional Area / Department: Engineering - Software & QA
Role Category: Software Development
Role: Technical Lead
Employement Type: Full time
Contact Details:
Company: Juniper NetworksLocation(s): Bengaluru
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Keyskills: Unix Product management ASIC Linux Networking Debugging Data structures Unit testing Open source STP
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