Sr. Embedded Engineer

Requirements:

• Strong C/C++ programming and debugging skills in a Linux environment.
• Experience with Design Patterns, ACE Framework, and Socket Programming.
• Experience in Multi-threaded software development for Multicore Architectures.
• Experience in VOIP application development, preferably on client/server platforms.
• Understanding of system performance and scaling.
• Experience in embedded software development.
• Excellent problem solving/debugging skills design, develop, troubleshoot and debug.
• Software programs for databases, applications, tools, networks etc.

About us:

Arista Networks was founded to pioneer and deliver software driven cloud networking solutions for large datacenter storage and computing environments. Arista's award-winning platforms, ranging in Ethernet speeds from 10 to 400 gigabits per second, redefine scalability, agility and resilience. Arista has shipped more than 20 million cloud networking ports worldwide with CloudVision and EOS, an advanced network operating system. Committed to open standards, Arista is a founding member of the 25/50GbE consortium. Arista Networks products are available worldwide directly and through partners.

About the job

Arista Networks is looking for world-class software engineers to join our Extensible Operating System (EOS) software development team.As a core member of the EOS team, you will be part of a fast-paced,high caliber team-building features to run the world's largest data center networks.Your software will be a key component of Arista's EOS, Arista's unique, Linux-based network operating system that runs on all of Arista's data center networking products.

The EOS team is responsible for all aspects of the development and delivery of software meant to run on the various Arista switches.You will work with your fellow engineers and members of the marketing team to gather and understand the functional and technical requirements for upcoming projects.You will help write functional specifications, design specifications, test plans, and the code to bring all of these to life.You will also work with customers to triage and fix problems in their networks. Internally, you will develop automated tests for your software, monitor the execution of those tests, and triage and fix problems found by your tests.At Arista, you will own your projects from definition to deployment, and you will be responsible for the quality of everything you deliver.

This role demands strong and broad software engineering fundamentals, and a good understanding of networking including capabilities like L2, L3, and fundamentals of commercial switching HW.Your role will not be limited to a single aspect of EOS at Arista, but cover all aspects of EOS.

Responsibilities:

• Write functional specifications and design specifications for features related to forwarding traffic on the internet and cloud data centers.
• Independently implement solutions to small-sized problems in our EOS software, using the C, C++, and python programming languages.
• Write test plan specifications for small-sized features in EOS, and implement automated test programs to execute the cases described in the test plan.
• Debug problems found by our automated test programs and fix the problems.
• Work on a team implementing, testing, and debugging solutions to larger routing protocol problems.
• Work with Customer Support Engineers to analyze problems in customer networks and provide fixes for those problems when needed in the form of new software releases or software patches.
• Work with the System Test Engineers to analyze problems found in their tests and provide fixes for those problems.
• Mentor new and junior engineers to bring them up to speed in Arista’s software development environment.
• Review and contribute to the specifications and implementations written by other team members.
• Help to create a schedule for the implementation and debugging tasks, update that schedule weekly, and report it to the project lead.

Qualifications:

• BS Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering 3-10 years experience, or MS Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering + 5 years experience, Ph.D. in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of C, C++, and/or python.
• Knowledge of UNIX or Linux.
• Understanding of L2/L3 networking including at least one of the following areas is desirable:

1. IP routing protocols, such as RIP, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, or PIM.
2. Layer 2 features such as 802.1d bridging, the 802.1d Spanning Tree Protocol, the 802.1ax Link Aggregation Control Protocol, the 802.1AB Link Layer Discovery Protocol, or RFC 1812 IP routing.

• Ability to utilize, test, and debug packet forwarding engine and a hardware component’s vendor provided software libraries in your solutions.
• Infrastructure functions related to distributed systems such as messaging, signalling, databases, and command line interface techniques.
• Hands on experience in the design and development of ethernet bridging or routing related software or distributed systems software is desirable.
• Hands on experience with enterprise or service provider class Ethernet switch/router system software development, or significant PhD level research in the area of network routing and packet forwarding.
• Applied understanding of software engineering principles.
• Strong problem solving and software troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to design a solution to a small-sized problem, and implement that solution without outside help.Able to work on a small team solving a medium-sized problem with limited oversight.

Resources:

• Arista's Approach to Software with Ken Duda (CTO): https://youtu.be/TU8yNh5JCyw
• Additional information and resources can be found at https://www.arista.com/en/

• Strong C/C++ programming hands on experience
• Should have work experience on firmware development with strong Linux internals.
• Very good development, design and debugging experience on embedded firmware.
• Added advantage to have experience on Systems management/Out of Band/BMC domain experience
• Good to have automation experience using Python or shell scripting  
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills  
• Experience on tools like JIRA, Yocto, Visual studio, etc.

About Apexon:

Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. For over 17 years, Apexon has been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation. Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving our clients’ toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We focus on three broad areas of digital services: User Experience (UI/UX, Commerce); Engineering (QE/Automation, Cloud, Product/Platform); and Data (Foundation, Analytics, and AI/ML), and have deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences.

Apexon is backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital.

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Desired Candidate profile:

• 5+ years of Embedded/Linux SW Development relevant Experience in Embedded C++. 
• Expert knowledge in writing software for embedded Systems (Embedded C++ language).
• Experience on OTA would be an added advantage
• Work experience in software development on bare metal, RTOS or Internal Linux. 
• Work experience in developing firmware for 8/16/32 bit microcontrollers (ARM, RISC etc)
• Good understanding w.r.t usage of 1. RTOS like MQX. 
• Bootloader and software update concepts. 
• Communication protocols like TCP/IP,MQTT. 
• Socket programming in Linux environment. 
• Good knowledge on protocols like (RS485, SPI, I2C, ADCs, CAN, LIN) 
• Knowledge of Blue-tooth communication protocols for BLE 4.2/5.1. 
• Proficient in the use of embedded SW Development tool chain (Flash/ debug tool chain, IDE). 
• Version Control Systems –GIT 
• Should have detailed knowledge on microcontrollers/microprocessors 
• Experience in scripting languages like Shell / CAPL / Make/Python etc. 
• Experience in using tools like Logiscope / Function Generator / Oscilloscope, etc. 
• Good knowledge in reading schematics and datasheets. 
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving skills. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Must be a self-starter. 
• Ability to work as part of a dedicated project team and independently 

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Benison Technologies was started in 2011 with a mission to revolutionize the silicon industry in India, with a host of amazing big clients like Google, Cisco, McAfee, Intel, and so on, you get to experience the best of both worlds. If you consider yourself an engineer who is capable to join our ever-growing team, then this is the right opportunity for you:  

Why Benison Tech?   

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Benison Tech has a consistent history of demonstrating growth through innovation time and again.   

We don’t stop there, we then re-invest our profits back into the initiatives for the growth of our people, our culture and the company. Now enough with us, let’s talk about the job roles & responsibilities:    

What you will be working on: 

• You will be working on the next generation network security products, on various public clouds. 
• In addition to development, you will also get your hands involved in the architectural changes while fixing the legacy issues. 
• Planning, designing, integration for network security platforms. 

• Key contributor for developing product strategies and features. 
• You will also work on specific modules to help BYOD setups perform in a streamlined manner. 

Here are some technical skills required:  

• Strong in kernel networking datapath, and TCP/IP stack.   

• Develop Linux Kernel Drivers.   
• Good exposure to Makefiles, and building RPMs.   
• Working to develop and test complex systems software, software development tools, applications, drivers, numerical methods, UIs, and web.    
• May work directly with companies developing and optimising compilers, operating systems, and other software technologies.   
• Designing & coding to support new features in the OS or Products.   

• Debugging kernel code.   
• Debugging customer issues.   
• Performance evaluation/improvement of Kernel Code.   
• Participate in production deployment and assist the production support group when needed.   

What we expect from you:  

• 3 Years of relevant Experience   
• In-depth working knowledge of Linux Operating System.   
• Excellent Linux system development debugging skills, including Linux kernel debugging.   
• Outstanding C development skills.   

• Good understanding of Networking L2 –L7 Protocols and network kernel driver.   
• Experience in porting from various Linux kernel versions.   
• Be a quick learner and be open to working on new technologies if needed.   
• Excellent team player with strong verbal & written communication skills.   
• Be able to step up when the situation demands such as meeting deadlines and critical production issues.   

• Work Independently with a skilled team while defining new system requirements based on custom interaction and inputs 

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Work Culture and Benefits    

• Competitive salary and benefits package  
  (H1-B which means a chance to work onsite out of India)   
• A culture focused on talent development where you get promoted within the quarterly cycle of your anniversary. 
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge & challenging technologies including legacy tech. 
• Open cafeteria to grab some munchies while you work, we make sure the space feels like your second home, you can also wear pyjamas if you like.   
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and long service awards, team bonding activities within the company, extra learning and personal development trainings, because why stop your learning at one thing!   

• Insurance coverage: Group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and your parents. (With some of the best insurance partners in India)  
• Enjoy collaborative innovation (each members gets to innovate & think out of the box), along with highly experienced team managers who maintain diversity and work-life well-being.  
• And of course, you get to work on projects from some of the most recognised brands within the networking and security space of the world, unlocking global opportunities to learn, grow & contribute in a way that is truly impactful yet purposeful at the same time.  

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• Maintain UNIX/Linux Operating System
• Create and maintain environment for running batch jobs associated with daily batch cycle and batch reporting subsystem
• Work with LAN/Network personnel to ensure compatibility with LAN applications and peripheral hardware to provide end users with reliable and stable working environment
• Support and maintain other vendor database software installed on the LAN servers
• Perform User Access Management.
• Experience supporting day-today administration functions including user account management and script creation
• Apply Patches and Upgrades as necessary. Perform tasks for Backup and Recovery Management including High Availability
• Install and configure storage arrays and allocate SAN and NAS storage to different OS platforms and/or administer ZFS storage pools, file system, snapshots, and clones.
• Experience in Linux hypervisors KVM, XEN.
• Good knowledge on open stack administration and service operations.
• Good experience on veritas net backup software.
• Strong experience in public clouds AWS, AZURE, GCP.
• Solid knowledge of protocols such as DNS, HTTP, LDAP, SMTP and SNM
• Good understanding on AWS outposts hybrid environment.
• Good experience in the windows server and OS side.
• Experience in Monitoring platforms like Zabbix, ELK, Grafana.
• Troubleshoot Hardware Issues, Installation, and testing of computer peripherals
• Perform/Implement Security Monitoring and audit to identify any possible security intrusions or breaches.
• Collaborate with other teams and team members to develop automation strategies and deployment processes

Qualifications:

1. Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineer, or other related courses
2. Minimum of 10 years’ experience
3. In-depth knowledge of Linux: RedHat, CentOS, Debian, etc.
4. In-depth knowledge in Linux virtualization
5. good knowledge of UNIX and LINUX Operating systems, file systems, storage environments, and networking protocols
6. Knowledgeable in Unix, Linux, Unix, Linux shell scripting. Practical scripting skills in Shell, PERL, Batch, Python
7. good DBA skills MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Timescale, MongoDB
8. Basic Messaging and Collaboration concepts and tools, Server Virtualization
9. Practical understanding of Networking - routing, subnets, UDP, TCP, IP, and VLANs
10. Backup and Storage Management (Netback up mandatory).
11. Familiar and can identify or interpret crash dump files and core dump files and monitor System Logs

Job Description

Embedded Software/Firmware Design and Development on OS/Non-OS based platform

Necessary system architecture development and implementation

Device, sensor and gateway selection and integration based on industry use case.

Development on Image Analytics and Cloud/Platform integration

Development or integration of Cloud/Platform communication protocol

Technical Documentation and Testing of the developed system

Desired Skills, Knowledge& Experience

B. Tech/M. Tech/MCA with 8-10 years of industry experience

Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python development in Linux

Experience in device or sensor communication interfaces (wired/wireless, short range/long range).

Experience of microcontroller and microprocessor.

Knowledge of IoT gateway firmware development, container, and OS hardening.

Experience in device communication protocol, Edge computing and processing

Competent in application development for Image processing, transmission, and storage

Good understanding and of programming primitives, data structures, multi-threading and memory management techniques

Strong command over complex sensor and hardware control logic to work seamlessly with edge devices or gateway

Proactive and Self motivated

Strong verbal and written communication skill