Staff Software Engineer - Platform Linux Systems

Job Description

It’s an exciting time to be at Infoblox. Named a Top 25 Cyber Security Company by The Software Report and one of Inc. magazine’s Best Workplaces for 2020, Infoblox is the leader in cloud-first networking and security services. Our solutions empower organizations to take full advantage of the cloud to deliver network experiences that are inherently simple, scalable, and reliable for everyone. Infoblox customers are among the largest enterprises in the world and include 70% of the Fortune 500, and our success depends on bright, energetic, talented people who share a passion for building the next generation of networking technologies—and having fun along the way.

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our NIOS Platform team in Burnaby Canada, reporting to senior manager of Engineering. In this role, you will design, implement, and support core platform features for our best-in-class NIOS platform. As part of the NIOS Platform team, you'll maintain and develop kernel and platform code, assist other teams with code integration, and evolve a legacy monolithic code base. You will play a critical role in setting goals for Infoblox’s next-gen DDI services, design Linux-based software, and develop container infrastructure. Responsibilities include translating requirements into specifications, reviewing code, maintaining CI/CD tests, and working in an Agile/Scrum environment. You will also optimize software performance, collaborate with QA, handle customer escalations, and address security issues.

You are the ideal candidate if you are eager to tackle various software issues and are an excellent problem solver. You are skilled in navigating a monolithic codebase and can work effectively both independently and across different time zones.

What you’ll do:

• Play a critical role in setting the direction and goals for developing features for Infoblox’s next-generation DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (DDI) services
• Develop and maintain container infrastructure for internal and product needs
• Translate requirements from customers, program management, and other sources into functional and design specifications
• Review code submissions from other engineers and provide constructive feedback with the aim to keep a high bar for software quality
• Design and develop Linux-based software for on-premises appliances and virtual machines using C and Python technologies
• Develop and maintain unit and functional tests for Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment in a modern CI/CD environment
• Work in an Agile/Scrum development methodology to drive key aspects of product definition, execution, and test
• Partner with peer engineers in a highly collaborative environment
• Benchmark, optimize, and fine-tune software performance
• Collaborate with QA to investigate and fix defects

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum 12 years of experience in software engineering or 8 years of experience with an advanced degree in computer science or equivalent
• Exceptional Linux systems programming background and knowledge of Linux kernel and OS internals
• In-depth working knowledge of make, maintaining libraries, and dependencies for large projects
• In-depth working knowledge of Linux platform services, performance analysis, and kernel-level debugging using gdb and other tools
• A solid understanding of networking concepts, DNS, DHCP, OSPF, BGP, IPv6, and IPv4 protocols
• Ability to investigate and quickly learn new technologies
• Experience with x86_64 based processors and system architectures
• Solid development and problem-solving skills are required
• Experience with analyzing security patch vulnerabilities for Linux-based systems
• Experience in microservices architecture and container-based software using Docker and other container technologies

What success looks like:

After six months, you will...

• Understand key functionalities of the core NIOS/vNIOS platforms
• Contribute and participate in analyzing, providing root cause analysis, and solutions for NIOS issues

After about a year, you will...

• Provide technical leadership for the core platform team
• Play a major role in analyzing, designing, delivering, and maintaining core platform features and NIOS issues

We’ve got you covered:

Our holistic benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness—as well as a great work environment, employee programs, and company culture. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401k with company match and generous paid time off to help you balance your life. We have a strong culture and live our values every day—we believe in transparency, curiosity, respect, and above all, having fun while delighting our customers. The typical base salary range for this position based in the province of British Columbia is $129,000 – $190,000 plus a corporate bonus.

Speaking of a great work environment, here are just a few of the perks you may enjoy, depending on your location...

• Onsite massages, clubs, farmers market, and fitness classes
• Delicious and healthy snacks and beverages
• Electric vehicle charging stations
• Outdoor amenities, seating, and courtyard BBQ
• Dog park and pet-friendly programs
• Newly remodeled offices with state-of-the-art amenities

Why Infoblox?

We’ve created a culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and rewards innovation, curiosity, and creativity. We achieve remarkable results by working together in a supportive environment that focuses on continuous learning and embraces change. So, whether you’re a software engineer, marketing manager, customer care pro, or product specialist, you belong here, where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career. Check out what it’s like to be a Bloxer. We think you’ll be excited to join our team.