Director, Software Engineering - SONiC

NVIDIA is actively seeking an outstanding Software Director to lead our Spectrum Ethernet Switch/SmartSwitch SONiC Group. As part of this team, candidates will engage with SONiC, a collaborative open-source initiative spearheaded by CSPS and numerous vendors, which enables a single network operating system to operate seamlessly across diverse ASICs and platforms. Notably, NVIDIA has been a major contributor to SONiC since its inception, and our technology is already powering Ethernet Switches, DPUs, and soon BMCs, making SONiC an integral component in RDMA and AI datacenter environments.

Renowned for fostering innovation and embracing forward-thinking talent, NVIDIA is consistently recognized as one of the most desirable employers in the tech industry. Our engineering teams are expanding rapidly due to remarkable growth, and we are eager to connect with creative, independent engineers who are passionate about technology and ready to take on new challenges.

What You'll Be Doing

• As Software Director, candidates will oversee the design, development, and optimization of networking protocols for switching, routing, analytics, telemetry, and more.
• They will manage global teams composed of both junior engineers seeking mentorship and seasoned embedded software experts who provide leadership within and beyond the group.
• Collaboration will be key, as the role involves working closely with various design and verification teams, architects, product marketing professionals, and both internal and external customers to ensure end-to-end project success.
  
  

• B.Sc. in Software, Computer, Electrical, or Communication Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Bring at least 15 years of overall experience, including a minimum of 7 years managing R&D engineers.
• Experience in C, C++, and Python development.
• Familiarity with routing protocols such as BGP, EVPN, and SRv6.
• In-depth knowledge of Linux usage and internals.
• Combined with creativity, motivation, and a strong value-driven mindset.
  
  

• Expertise in leading both software and hardware integrations, as well as embedded software development.
• Expertise in routing protocols
• Hands-on proficiency in C, C++, and Python development
• Familiarity with a variety of software development tools and methodologies
• Ability to dive deep into technical details, providing insightful guidance on features and bug resolution.