Extreme Networks - Routing Protocol Engineer - BGP / MPLS

About the Opportunity :

We are seeking an experienced Routing Protocol Engineer with a strong background in network software development, L2 / L3 protocols, and Linux-based systems programming. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in C or Golang, exposure to microservices and containerized architectures, and a solid understanding of routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and MPLS.

This role offers the opportunity to work on next-generation networking platforms, contributing to the design, development, and optimization of advanced routing software that powers high-performance data networks worldwide.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design, develop, and maintain routing protocol stacks (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, EVPN, BFD, LACP, etc.) for network software systems.
• Develop and enhance microservices-based architectures for scalable, distributed networking solutions.
• Work with Docker, Kubernetes (K8s / K3s), and Helm to deploy and manage containerized applications.
• Write efficient, production-quality code in C or Golang for Linux environments, focusing on performance and reliability.
• Develop CI / CD pipelines using Jenkins, ensuring continuous integration and seamless deployment.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams for automated testing and deployment across environments.
• Implement and integrate OpenConfig, NETCONF, gNMI, and gRPC-based management interfaces.
• Optimize networking stack performance, troubleshoot complex routing issues, and ensure compliance with L2 / L3 standards.
• Participate in Agile development cycles, including sprint planning, code reviews, and system testing.

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Why Join Us :

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a core networking R&D team, contributing to cutting-edge software-defined and cloud-native networking solutions. Youll work alongside industry experts, solve complex real-world problems, and help shape the future of high-performance network infrastructure.

We offer a technically challenging and innovation-driven environment, competitive compensation, and continuous professional growth opportunities in the evolving networking and cloud infrastructure domain.

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