Senior Software Engineer, Network Infrastructure

About The Company

Armada is an edge computing startup that provides computing infrastructure to remote areas where connectivity and cloud infrastructure is limited, as well as areas where data needs to be processed locally for real-time analytics and AI at the edge. We’re looking to bring on the most brilliant minds to help further our mission of bridging the digital divide with advanced technology infrastructure that can be rapidly deployed anywhere.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer with a Networking background to join our growing Edge team. You will be a key contributor to the design, development, and maintenance of the software-defined networking (SDN) infrastructure that powers our ruggedized Galleon mobile data centers and their seamless integration with our Commander cloud platform. This is a software development role focused on building and managing network services and the control plane, not on configuring physical network hardware. You will be writing code to create, manage, and optimize the network, rather than manually configuring routers and switches.

Location. This role is office-based at our Bellevue, Washington office.

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Architect, design, and develop robust, scalable, and highly available network services and control plane software for our Galleon data centers, using Golang primarily
• Hands-on develop critical software components for network automation, orchestration, and management, including features like service discovery, routing, load balancing, and security policy enforcement
• Decompose complex networking problems into simple, straightforward software solutions, providing mechanisms for prioritization and rapid execution
• Develop and maintain APIs (RESTful and/or gRPC) for internal and external consumption, enabling programmatic control and monitoring of the network infrastructure
• Optimize network services for performance, scalability, and resource utilization, ensuring high availability and low latency in edge environments
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and bugs in the network control plane and data plane, proactively addressing root causes
• Work with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and integrate network services with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) within the context of Galleon and Commander
• Develop and implement automation tools and scripts (e.g., using Python, Ansible, Terraform, or shell scripting) to streamline network operations, including deployment, configuration, and monitoring
• Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation and diagrams
• Collaborate closely with other engineering teams (including other software engineers, DevOps, and product) to ensure seamless integration of the networking software with the overall Armada.ai platform
• Mentor junior members of the software engineering team in best practices for developing network-related software
• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback
• Design and implement security measures, including software-based firewalls and access control lists, following zero-trust principles
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in software development, with a focus on building network-related software or infrastructure
• Expert-level proficiency in Golang, with a solid understanding of Go's paradigms, idioms, and best practices. Experience with other languages like Python or Java is a plus
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing protocols like BGP and OSPF, VPNs, VXLAN). This is conceptual understanding for building software, not hands-on configuration expertise
• Proven experience in developing software for network automation, orchestration, or control plane management
• Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) concepts and technologies
• Experience with container networking (Docker, Kubernetes, CNI plugins)
• Experience building and managing scalable, secure, and high-performance services and APIs
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), particularly their networking services (VPC, Virtual Network, etc.)
• Proficiency with low-level primitives such as IP converged networks, AWS VPC, Transit Gateway, direct connect, and IAM role management
• Strong understanding of concurrency, multi-threading, and non-blocking I/O
• Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Kubernetes networking, including service meshes (Istio), network policies, CNI plugins, and advanced troubleshooting
• Proven ability to develop software for network virtualization technologies (virtual switches, NFV) and Software Defined Networking (SDN) solutions, including control plane development
• Expertise in leveraging tools like NetBox for network infrastructure automation and management, including API integration and custom module development
• Hands-on experience developing and contributing to SONiC SDN switch software, with a focus on control plane features and integration
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing multi-cloud networking solutions, including deep understanding of cloud provider networking services (AWS VPC, Azure Virtual Network, GCP VPC)
• Strong understanding of IP Tables and other low-level networking primitives, with a focus on implementing robust network security measures
• Networking-related certifications (CCNA, CCNP, AWS/Azure Network Engineer Associate etc.) showcasing advanced networking knowledge
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).

Compensation

$144,000—$180,000 USD

You're a Great Fit if You're

• A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge
• A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company
• A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda
• Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you
  
  

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.