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.

If you are interested in device drivers, embedded software, and working at the hardware-software interface layer for network devices, this may be the position for you. We are looking for strong embedded software engineers to be part of a platform team responsible for programming the Network Processor (NPU) and Switching ASIC devices for Juniper Networks routing platforms.

You will be part of a product development team building high-complexity, high-scale networking platforms. This will include state of the art silicon and platform software development delivering Juniper's next generation platforms. Requires working knowledge of designing and validating software for such networking platforms. Should be dynamic, enthusiastic and self-driven to a fast pace of development cycle.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop platform and system level software/firmware for networking platforms.
• Participate on a project team of engineers involved in development of software for Juniper Router products.  
• Contribute to all phases of software development, from requirements gathering through implementation and sustaining
• Write functional, design and unit test specifications
• Design and develop complex modules of embedded code, troubleshoot and resolve defects. 
• Good communications skills to work closely with HW, SW and systems teams, and promote team collaboration.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• BS or MS in CS/CE or similar field
• 9+ years of Embedded systems development and debugging experience
• Strong in C/C++, Embedded Systems and Device driver development in Linux/Unix environment
• Hands-on experience on network switches/routers embedded system software development.
• Experience in Ethernet interface, High-speed PHYs/ SERDES, Fabric management desired
• Experience with bringing up new hardware
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem solving skills are essential

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good understanding of hardware board design and layout
• Development experience with PCIe, I2C, FPGA, Ethernet MAC/PHY, High Speed Buses
• Experience with device drivers, interface management, Chassis management is a big plus
• HA, ISSU and Virtualization knowledge is a plus
• Excellent debugging skills and rich experience using various software, hardware, memory debugging tools

Minimum Salary: $179,200.00

Maximum Salary:$257,600.00

The pay range for this position is expected to be between $179,200.00 and $257,600.00/year; however, the base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes medical benefits, 401(k) eligibility, vacation, sick time, and parental leave. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Juniper’s pay range data is provided in accordance with local state pay transparency regulations. Juniper may post different minimum wage ranges for permanent residency petitions pursuant to US Department of Labor requirements.

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...

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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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