Networking P4 Engineer

We are looking for a Networking P4 Engineer - Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite)- Position Type 6-12 Months Contract Position.

Job Title: Networking P4 Engineer

Location: San Jose, CA

Employment Type: Contract (Onsite)

Job Overview:

We are looking for an experienced and driven Networking P4 Engineer to join Cisco's cutting-edge Network Technology team under the R&D division. This role focuses on developing and optimizing firmware, SDKs, simulators, and compilers based on Cisco Silicon One architecture, leveraging the power of P4 programming to revolutionize next-generation networking products.

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, and test P4 programs to define packet processing behaviors.
• Optimize P4-based solutions to maximize hardware utilization.
• Enhance the P4 compiler backend for high-performance network applications.
• Address complex resource management and allocation challenges in processing pipelines.
• Collaborate with ASIC engineers to support seamless integration of P4 programs with next-gen IC designs.
• Contribute to building tools, libraries, and frameworks for P4 development and analysis.
• Work with cross-functional hardware/software teams to deliver new features and refine existing solutions.
• Participate in the evolution of P4 language features to meet the needs of modern network applications.

Who You Are:

• 7 10 years of experience in networking, software engineering, or packet processing.
• Strong academic foundation in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Expertise in P4, C/C , or Python, with solid software design and debugging skills.
• Deep understanding of L2/L3 protocols and network architectures.
• Highly self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with P4 compiler infrastructures and optimization.
• Familiarity with tools like ANTLR, SWIG, and scripting in Python.
• Background in hardware/software co-design and performance analysis.
• Understanding of Cisco Silicon One or comparable architectures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Information Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Languages: Proficiency in C/C and Python.
• Skills: Strong in software design, troubleshooting, and debugging.
• Networking: Experience with Layer 2/3 technologies and packet processing frameworks.

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