Software Engineer

We're hiring on behalf of a Haystack partner!

The Role

• Shape the future of virtualised networking within a leading public cloud environment.
• Own and develop the packet pipeline that underpins virtual instances, enhancing features like firewalls, routing, billing, and monitoring.
• Implement highly optimized data structures and perform low-level tuning for embedded hardware to achieve millions of packets per second processing.
• Collaborate with a small, agile team, mentoring junior engineers and ensuring best development practices.
• Lead architecture decisions, participate in designs, and conduct code and design reviews.
• Communicate effectively with users, technical teams, and senior management to gather requirements and define product strategy.

What You'll Need

• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• 2+ years of experience in designing or architecting new and existing systems, including reliability and scaling.
• Proficiency in C/C++ or Rust, with a passion for systems software engineering.
• Experience in kernel or embedded software development, particularly within a Linux environment.
• Strong understanding of Computer Science fundamentals, including object-oriented design, data structures, algorithm design, and complexity analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP protocols.

What's On Offer

• Competitive annual salary ($143,700 - $194,400) plus potential for sign-on bonuses and stock units.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development through access to senior engineers across various teams.
• The chance to make an immediate impact on a global scale, influencing features used by millions of customers.

Apply via Haystack today!