Senior/Lead Software Engineer, Network Systems

Arista Networks is an industry leader in data‑driven, client‑to‑cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software‑defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world.

Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but also anticipate and adapt to future challenges. At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.

Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work‑Life Balance. Interface with customers, product management, and hardware engineers to devise innovative new network systems features. Architect, design, and manage the development of these features.

Develop and maintain features using C, C++ and Python; build automated tests and test infrastructure. Work with hardware and manufacturing teams to bring new hardware to market.



Collaborate with hardware engineers to design optimal software control interfaces for managing hardware components.

Provide technical leadership across features, projects, and tools. Work with Customer Support Engineers and customers to analyze, mitigate, and fix problems in customer networks. Work with the System Test Engineers to analyze problems found in their tests and provide fixes for those problems.

Mentor recent and junior engineers to bring them up to speed in Arista's software development environment. BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering + 8 years experience, or MS + 6 years, or Ph.3 years, or equivalent work experience. Expert knowledge of C or C++ and Python.

Knowledge of UNIX or Linux. Understanding of IP networking and/or distributed systems is a plus. Applied understanding of software engineering principles. Strong problem‑solving and software troubleshooting skills.

Arista offers different pay ranges based on work location, so that we can offer consistent and competitive pay appropriate to the market. The pay range provided reflects base pay only and in addition certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity. Employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, income protection and a Group Retirement Savings Plan.

📌 Senior/Lead Software Engineer, Network Systems (Vancouver)
🏢 Arista Networks
📍 Vancouver