Network Platform Development Engineer (Switch, SAI, NOS/SDK, Routing/Tunneling/Overlay protocols, L2/L3 Development, C, Linux Kernel, DPDK)
Marvell5 days ago
Bengaluru, India or Hyderābād, IndiaStaff+
Responsibilities
- Architect next-generation switching and DPU-based solutions for enterprise and cloud-scale environments.
- Implement and optimize control plane and data plane functionality for switch platforms.
- Develop Layer 2/3 networking capabilities including VLANs, VXLAN, L2GRE, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, and multicast.
- Design switching fabrics with packet processing pipelines, QoS, congestion control, and telemetry support.
- Develop security features including 802.1X, MACsec, NAC, micro-segmentation, and threat detection mechanisms.
- Contribute to open-source networking initiatives and help define future networking standards.
- Collaborate with hardware teams on new Switch SoC bring-up and hardware-software integration.
- Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and continuous integration processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 10+ years of experience, or a master's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience.
- Proficiency in C, C++, Python, and Lua scripting.
- Deep understanding of Ethernet switching, Layer 2/3 protocols, DPUs, and networking standards.
- Strong hands-on experience with SONiC, SAI, Cumulus Linux, OVS, DPDK, ODP, and DPU technologies.
- Familiarity with ARM multicore SoC architecture and high-speed packet I/O.
- Knowledge of ACLs, LPM, EM, routing, MAC learning, QoS, bridging, and load balancing.
- Exposure to cloud networking, SDN, or network virtualization technologies.
- Ability to independently plan, execute, and deliver complex technical projects.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
Benefits
- Eligible to participate in Marvell's bonus and equity plans, including a new-hire equity grant and annual equity refreshers.
- Competitive compensation and benefits in a collaborative, transparent, and inclusive work environment.
- Access to tools and resources supporting professional growth and development.
About Marvell
Marvell designs and sells semiconductors for data infrastructure, including Ethernet switching and PHYs, optical and 5G connectivity, storage controllers, and custom compute silicon (ASICs/DPUs) used by cloud providers, telecom carriers, and enterprise OEMs. Its business model centers on selling chips and platform solutions and co-developing custom silicon with major customers. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Santa Clara, it is a public company traded on NASDAQ (MRVL).