Job Details
To achieve real outcomes, we know that experience is the most important requirement for networking teams and the people they serve. Delivering an experience-first, AI-Native Network pivots on the creativity and commitment of our people. It requires a consistent and committed practice, something we call the Juniper Way.
Our team is responsible for advancing the Converged Supercore® architecture, a cutting-edge platform that seamlessly integrates IP/MPLS with optical transport. As part of this team, you will contribute to developing fully converged routers and virtualized, carrier-grade platforms that drive innovation in NFV environments, enabling rapid service deployment and cost-effective scalability.
Who We're Looking For
We believe in hiring talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds to ensure a broad range of perspectives and ideas. We encourage candidates of all identities, abilities, and experiences to apply. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, quality-focused engineer with a passion for problem-solving and a commitment to excellence.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Design and develop forwarding software for high-performance networking products, with an emphasis on quality, efficiency, and robustness.
- Focus on key areas of packet forwarding engines (PFE), including L2/L3, MPLS, EVPN, CoS, and ACLs, to drive advanced functionality.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance and support the architecture of router and switch products, contributing to our innovative technology.
- Troubleshoot complex issues within customer deployments and lab environments, leveraging strong debugging and core file analysis skills to deliver optimal solutions.
- Ensure process and quality focus to meet the high standards of our networking products.
Qualifications
- Experience: 7+ years in the networking industry, with experience in router or switch companies preferred.
- Technical Expertise: Proficiency in one or more of the following areas:
- Packet Forwarding Engine (PFE): Expertise in L3, MPLS, EVPN, CoS, ACL, and more.
- Router/Switch Architecture: Strong understanding of network processor-based product architecture.
- Broadcom ASICs: Experience with Broadcom Qumran or Jericho is a significant advantage.
- Coding & Debugging: Proficiency in coding, particularly in C/C++, with strong debugging and core file analysis skills.
- Networking Knowledge: Familiarity with IP, MPLS, Bridging, OAM, L2/L3 forwarding, VPLS, Multicast, QoS, L2VPN, L3VPN, Filters, etc.
- Computer Science Fundamentals: Deep understanding of computer architecture, data structures, and programming best practices.
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
ABOUT JUNIPER NETWORKS
Juniper Networks challenges the inherent complexity that comes with networking and security in the multicloud era. We do this with products, solutions and services that transform the way people connect, work and live. We simplify the process of transitioning to a secure and automated multicloud environment to enable secure, AI-driven networks that connect the world. Additional information can be found at Juniper Networks (www.juniper.net) or connect with Juniper on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.
WHERE WILL YOU DO YOUR BEST WORK?
Wherever you are in the world, whether it's downtown Sunnyvale or London, Westford or Bangalore, Juniper is a place that was founded on disruptive thinking - where colleague innovation is not only valued, but expected. We believe that the great task of delivering a new network for the next decade is delivered through the creativity and commitment of our people. The Juniper Way is the commitment to all our colleagues that the culture and company inspire their best work-their life's work. At Juniper we believe this is more than a job - it's an opportunity to help change the world...
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT JUNIPER
At Juniper Networks, we are committed to elevating talent by creating a trust-based environment where we can all thrive together. We know from experience that people from underrepresented groups often do not apply for roles they do not feel they meet all the criteria for. If you think you have what it takes, but do not necessarily check every single box, please consider applying. We’d love to speak with you.
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