Senior Software Engineer, SONiC
Content + Source + Freshness • 13 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Similar to the previous listing, this role emphasizes open-source collaboration and provides solid compensation.
- High-impact role in open-source networking
- Competitive compensation and team culture
- Requires networking and coding expertise
Pros
- Potential for high impact in the networking sector
- Competitive salary with additional benefits
- Engagement with the leading tech community
Cons
- High competition for desired technical skills
- Rapid development cycles could lead to stress
- Limited remote work options may be a drawback
Who it's for
Mid to Senior-level • Hybrid
Good fit
- Software engineers with strong networking backgrounds
- Team players interested in open-source work
- Developers eager to innovate in networking technology
Not recommended for
- Novice engineers without practical experience
- Candidates looking for fully remote jobs
- Individuals who prefer independent work settings
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
NVIDIA is looking for a creative SW engineer to join the team. SONiC open source NOS team is responsible for design and integration on various NVIDIA Networking products. This crucial role will give you a rare chance to make an impact on the industry through interactions with experts in the open source community, with the goal of creating next generation high speed switch solutions.
You should have a proven understanding of Networking. You should be able to lead development efforts for new SONiC networking features as well as chassis management for all NVIDIA Networking products. The ability to work in a dynamic and diverse team is required. Strong interpersonal skills and a real passion for working as a team are essential. If this sounds like a fun challenge, we want to hear from you!
What you will be doing:
Design, integrate and deliver new features' part of the SONiC release train on top of NVIDIA Networking products.
Working in a Continuous Deployment environment - fast development/deployment cycles.
Working with experienced teams in and outside of NVIDIA Networking, which is well known in the SONIC community
Developing high quality code; all of the code is open source and published and reviewed in industry leading open source environments
What we need to see:
B.Sc degree in Computer Science or related fields (In studied EE) graduate or equivalent experience
3-5 years of experience in development
Knowledge in Networking protocols
Experience with C++ and Python programming
Fast and self learner with outstanding technical skills.
Great teammate with strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
Experienced in Networking protocols: L2 and L3
Experience in SONiC/SAI or open source based projects
Background with Linux programming
Knowledge in Linux shell scripting
Scrum methodology
With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, we are widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our exclusive engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you.
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 148,000 USD - 235,750 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4.You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 26, 2025.NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
