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Senior Network Software Engineer – Ethernet Drivers & Linux

SpanIdea Systems
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/8/2026

Senior Network Software Engineer – Ethernet Drivers & Linux

Location: San Jose, CA (Full-Time)

Experience: 6–14 Years


Requirements:


  • 6–14 years of experience in Embedded Software, Firmware, or Linux Driver Development.
  • Strong programming skills in C.
  • Experience with Linux Device Drivers and ARM-based Embedded Systems.
  • Knowledge of Ethernet Technologies, IEEE 802.3 Standards, and Ethernet PHY/PCS.
  • Experience with L2/L3 Switching and Routing Protocols.
  • Familiarity with Silicon Bring-up, Debugging, and Performance Optimization.


Preferred Background:


Candidates from networking, Ethernet switching, NIC, PHY, ASIC, or semiconductor companies are highly preferred.

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