SW SYSTEMS ENGINEER 10374 - Layer2 & Layer 3 Forwarding Development- BCM Chipset at Extreme Networks (Bengaluru, India)

Extreme Networks· Bengaluru, India·2d ago

Role details

Work type

Hybrid

Employment

Full-Time

Job description

Job Description:

Experience: 5-8 Years

Strong understanding of networking data plane forwarding concepts in the following areas - L2, L3, VXLAN, MCT, ACL, QOS
Hands on experience of programming BCM based XGS & DNX family of chipsets is preferable.
Strong understanding of routing algorithms, data structures.
Strong understanding of control plane networking concepts
In-depth understanding of Linux operating systems and embedded software development
Excellent programming knowledge in C
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Exposure to GO and microservices architecture.
Experience in trouble shooting & debugging memory leaks, performance bottlenecks -
Experience working with multi-site project teams.
Ability to learn on the job and ready to take up challenges.
Should be able to implement and handle the complete delivery of the component/modules owned
Ability to be productive in flexible and dynamic work environments.

Culture: Core values include Teamwork, Transparency, Candor, Curiosity, Ownership, and Inclusion. Multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) foster an inclusive environment.
Work model: Hybrid/remote-friendly offices in Morrisville (HQ), Salem (NH), Markham (Canada), and San Jose (CA) – roles vary by team.
Benefits: Comprehensive compensation and benefits package supporting physical, emotional, and financial health.
Engineering culture: Opportunity to build next-generation AI-driven, self-driving networks; work with big data, machine learning, and cloud technologies.
Early career programs: Internships and development programs for university students and recent graduates.
Employer rating: 3.9/5.0 on LinkedIn (1,184 reviews) with strong work-life balance (4.0) and culture (3.9).

One-liner: Extreme Networks is a publicly traded leader in AI-powered cloud networking, providing unified, secure, and simplified network solutions for enterprises.
Entity Type: Public (NASDAQ: EXTR)
Headquarters: Morrisville, North Carolina, United States
Founded: 1996
Founders: Stephen Haddock, Herb Schneider, Gordon Stitt

Primary industry: Enterprise networking, cloud networking, and AI-driven network management.
Target customers: B2B – mid-market to large enterprises, service providers, and public sector organizations globally.
Mission / purpose: To push the boundaries of networking technology, making it simpler, faster, more agile, and secure – helping customers connect beyond the network and drive better outcomes.

ExtremeCloud IQ: Cloud-based network management platform with AI-driven analytics and automation (SaaS).
ExtremeXOS: Modular network operating system for switches and routers.
ExtremeWireless: Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 access points and controllers.
ExtremeSwitching: Enterprise switches for campus, data center, and edge.
Extreme Fabric Connect: Software-defined networking fabric for automated and secure connectivity.
ExtremeAnalytics: Network analytics and visibility tools.
ExtremeRouting: High-performance routers for WAN and edge.

Valuation / Market Cap: $1.9 billion (as of mid-2026)
Key Metric (Revenue): $1.3 billion annual revenue (FY2026); SaaS ARR of $244 million
Notable Investors / Partners: Publicly traded with institutional investors; partners include major system integrators and channel resellers.
Growth Signals: 4.0% YoY employee growth (2,300 people); over 3.3 million devices connected to the cloud; strong recurring revenue from SaaS; continued investment in AI and automation.

Unified, AI-driven platform that combines networking, security, and analytics in a single cloud-native solution.
Over 25 years of enterprise networking expertise with a large installed base and global support.
Strong focus on automation and self-driving networks reduces operational complexity for IT teams.
Open architecture and integration with major cloud providers and third-party ecosystems.

AI and automation: Embedding AI/ML across the portfolio to enable proactive, self-healing networks.
Cloud-first approach: Driving adoption of ExtremeCloud IQ and expanding SaaS offerings.
Security convergence: Integrating network security (e.g., micro-segmentation, zero-trust) directly into the networking stack.
Edge and wireless innovation: Advancing Wi-Fi 7 and private 5G capabilities.

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