Overview Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge. Our solutions are designed to meet current demands and anticipate 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 awards such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. We strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.Job Description Arista Networks is looking for world-class Senior/Lead software engineers to join our Extensible Operating System (EOS) software development team. As a core member of the EOS team, you will be part of a rapid-paced, high-caliber team building features to run the world 's largest data center networks. Your software will be a key component of Arista 's EOS, a Linux-based networkoperating system that runs on all of Arista 's data center networking products.The EOS team is responsible for all aspects of the development and delivery of software meant to run on the various Arista switches. You will work with fellow engineers and the marketing team to gather functional and technical requirements for upcoming projects. You will help write functional specifications, design specifications, test plans, and the code to bring all of these to life. You will also work with customers to triage and fix problems in their networks. Internally,



you will develop automated tests, monitor their execution, and triage and fix problems found by tests. You will own your projects from definition to deployment and be responsible for the quality of everything you deliver.What You’ll Do This role demands strong and broad software engineering fundamentals, and ideally a good understanding of networking including capabilities like L2, L3, and fundamentals of commercial switching hardware. Your role will cover all aspects of EOS.Responsibilities Write functional specifications and design specifications for features related to forwarding traffic on the internet and cloud data centers.Independently implement solutions to small-sized problems in EOS software, using C, C++, and Python.Write test plan specifications for small-sized features in EOS, and implement automated test programs to execute the cases described in the test plan.Debug problems found by automated test programs and fix them.Work on a team implementing, testing, and debugging solutions to larger routing protocol problems.Work with Customer Support Engineers to analyze problems in customer networks and provide fixes in the form of new software releases or patches.Collaborate with System Test Engineers to analyze problems found in tests and provide fixes.Mentor new and junior engineers to bring them up to speed in Arista’s software development environment.Review and contribute to specifications and implementations written by other team members.Help create a schedule for implementation and debugging tasks, update weekly, and report to the project lead.Qualifications BS in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering / Computer Engineering with 8+ years experience, or MS with 6+ years, or Ph D with 3+ years, or equivalent work experience.Knowledge of C, C++, and/or Python.Knowledge of UNIX or Linux.Understanding of L2/L3 networking; desirable areas includeIP routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, or PIM) and Layer 2 features (bridging, the 802.1d Spanning Tree Protocol, LACP, LLDP, RFC 1812).Ability to utilize, test, and debug packet forwarding engine and hardware vendor libraries.Infrastructure functions related to distributed systems (messaging, signaling, databases, CLI).Hands-on experience in ethernet bridging or routing software or distributed systems software.Experience with enterprise or service provider class Ethernet switch/router software development, or related Ph D research.Applied understanding of software engineering principles.Strong problem solving and software troubleshooting skills.Ability to design and implement solutions for small problems with limited supervision.Additional Information The new hire base pay for this role has a pay range of $120,000 to $195,000 across Canada. Arista offers different pay ranges based on location. The actual base pay offered will depend on factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and location. The pay range reflects base pay only; bonuses and equity may apply. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, income protection, and a Group Retirement Savings Plan. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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