Principal Software Engineer, SW Development
Core
Define long-term technical roadmap and drive innovation for cloud-based Network Management Systems (NMS) platforms, focusing on intent-based networking, AI-driven operations, and autonomous management.
Role type
Principal Software Engineer (Network Infrastructure & Strategy)
Builds
Next-generation network management platforms, cloud-native networking solutions, and self-healing network architectures.
Domain
Network Infrastructure, Cloud-Native Networking, AI/ML in Operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Intent-Based Networking (IBN), AI/ML for Network Operations (AIOps), Cloud-Native Networking, Network Automation (GitOps/IaC), Zero Trust Architecture, Edge Computing, Telemetry & Observability, 5G/WiFi 6E/7, SD-WAN/SASE
Preferred skills
PhD in CS/Network Engineering, Published research or patents in network management, Active participation in industry standards bodies (IEEE/IETF), Deep relationships with major network equipment vendors
Technologies
Kubernetes, Service Mesh, Streaming Telemetry, Python, Go, Terraform, GitOps tools
Responsibilities
Define technical roadmap for next-gen NMS platforms, Lead R&D in AI-driven network operations, Establish technical partnerships with network equipment vendors, Contribute to industry standards bodies, Serve as chief technical advisor for strategic enterprise customers, Lead technical due diligence for acquisitions, Represent the company at major networking conferences, Shape engineering practices for network infrastructure software
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership