Own the RDMA and network data path, including queue-pair management, congestion control, QoS, and packet classification
Lead software enablement for platform bring-up across new silicon and system configurations
Drive issues to root cause across kernel, firmware, and hardware layers with hardware, firmware, and validation teams
Own PHY and link bring-up in coordination with hardware teams, working from specifications and register documentation
Build tools, test scripts, and frameworks for device and NIC verification, performance analysis, and manufacturing test
Identify and resolve bottlenecks across driver, network stack, and system layers at data center scale
Set code quality standards through design and code review, and mentor engineers on the team
Required Qualifications
MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
7+ years of experience in kernel or low-level system software development
Deep expertise in Linux systems programming and kernel driver development
Strong knowledge of Linux kernel networking, including network driver development and the RDMA protocol
Strong C/C++ programming and debugging skills, with scripting in Python or shell
Experience with two or more high-speed IO or interconnect technologies such as PCIe, Ethernet, or CXL
Proven ability to lead hardware-software co-debug from first silicon to production
Ability to read and distill hardware specifications and register-level documentation
Clear and effective communicator with a proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on RDMA data-path or driver implementation experience
Experience with virtual switching and data center networking at scale
Experience writing test scripts to verify NIC behavior
Firmware development experience
Exposure to pre-silicon validation using FPGA or emulation platforms
Background in high-performance computing or accelerator-based systems
Base Salary Range
Base Pay Range
$180,000—$255,000 USD
- Submission Guidelines
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EEO Policy SambaNova Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Benefits Summary for US-Based, Full-Time Employment Positions SambaNova offers a competitive total rewards package, including the base salary, plus equity and benefits. We cover 95% premium coverage for employee medical insurance, and 77% premium coverage for dependents and offer a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution. We also offer Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life, and AD&D insurance plans in addition to Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options like Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care. Our library of well-being benefits available to you and your dependents includes a full subscription to Headspace, Gympass+ membership with access to physical gyms, One Medical membership, counseling services with an Employee Assistance Program, and much more.
