Senior/Lead Software Engineer (Network Systems)

TL;DR

Senior/Lead Software Engineer (Network Systems): Designing and developing software to manage hardware components on switches and routers with an accent on device drivers, system management, and hardware-software integration. Focus on building abstractions for FPGAs and NICs, optimizing system performance, and bringing new networking hardware to market.

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada

Salary: $120,000 – $195,000

Company

hirify.global is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments.

What you will do

• Design and build novel features to manage hardware components (sensors, fan/power controllers, storage, FPGAs, NICs, and PCIe switches) on switches and routers.
• Develop and maintain features using C, C++, and Python, including the creation of functional and design specifications.
• Collaborate with hardware and manufacturing teams to bring new hardware to market and optimize software control interfaces.
• Build automated tests and test infrastructure to ensure the scalability and quality of delivered features.
• Provide technical leadership across projects and mentor junior engineers to integrate them into the development environment.
• Work with Customer Support Engineers and clients to analyze and resolve complex problems in customer networks.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer Engineering (BS + 8 years, MS + 6 years, or PhD + 3 years of experience).
• Expert knowledge of C or C++ and Python.
• Proficiency with UNIX or Linux environments.
• Hands-on experience in the design and development of hardware device drivers and/or system management utilities.
• Strong problem-solving, software troubleshooting, and independent implementation skills.
• Ability to work effectively within small teams.

Nice to have

• Understanding of IP networking or distributed systems.
• Experience working with low-level hardware components.

Culture & Benefits

• Supportive and growth-oriented culture with opportunities to switch technical domains over time.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing.
• Income protection and a Group Retirement Savings Plan.
• Award-winning environment recognized for diversity, compensation, and work-life balance.