Staff Software Engineer, SDN Networking

About the position

Crusoe Cloud seeks a highly skilled and experienced Staff Software Engineer to lead the development and execution of our cutting-edge Software Defined Networking strategy. You will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and performance improvements within our network infrastructure by leveraging advanced technologies such as XDP/EBPF, DPDK, SmartNICs, and DPUs/IPUs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the roadmap for Crusoe Cloud's Software Defined Networking strategy.
• Lead the engineering team through all phases of the software development lifecycle, including architecture decisions, design processes, design reviews, code reviews, and implementation tasks.
• Collaborate closely with the network infrastructure organization to develop and deploy industry-leading networking solutions.
• Lead the design, development, and support of Linux Kernel and driver components, focusing on system architecture and optimization.
• Drive the adoption and integration of kernel bypass technologies such as XDP/EBPF, AF_XDP, and DPDK.
• Deeply understand and leverage network accelerators such as Mellanox/Nvidia SmartNICs (ConnectX6/7), DPU Bluefield3, and Intel IPU.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the organization to ensure successful project delivery and operational excellence.

Requirements

• 6+ years of proven experience in building and operating high-performance networking systems in a production environment.
• Strong proficiency in system programming languages such as C, C++, and/or Rust.
• Deep expertise in Linux Systems Internals, including kernel architecture, memory management, and device drivers.
• In-depth knowledge of network programming principles and packet processing pipelines.
• Hands-on experience with kernel bypass technologies like XDP/EBPF, AF_XDP, and DPDK.
• Proven understanding of TCP/IP and networking accelerators such as Mellanox/Nvidia SmartNICs, DPU Bluefield3, and Intel IPU.
• Familiarity with technologies like SR-IOV, vDPA, and scalable functions.
• Strong background in kernel or embedded development, with a focus on the Linux kernel.
• Experience with Open vSwitch, Openflow, and Open Virtual Networking technologies.
• Proven ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional software engineering best practices, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, testing, and operations.
• A strong track record of contributions to the open-source community (e.g., Open vSwitch/OVS, Open Virtual Networking/OVN, Multus, Cilium).

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven leadership experience in a technical role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with cloud networking platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM).

Benefits

• Industry competitive pay
• Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company
• Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
• Employer contributions to HSA accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Teladoc
• 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Subscription to the Calm app
• MetLife Legal
• Company paid Commuter FSA benefit of $200 per month