Senior Platform Networking Software Engineer, Systems Engineering

📋 Job Overview

Everpure (NYSE: P) has evolved from storage pioneer to data platform, closing fiscal 2026 with $3.7 billion in revenue, its first billion-dollar quarter, and accelerating growth into FY27. Our strategic agenda spans the companies defining the next era of technology - hyperscalers, AI labs, the AI hardware supply chain, data platform providers, and the broader AI ecosystem.

This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us.

🏢 About Everpure

We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge, and aspire to be trailblazers. We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been named Fortune's Best Workplaces in Technology™, Fortune's Best Workplaces in the Bay Area™, and certified as a Great Place to Work®! And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events.

🎯 The Role

Join the Systems Software team to architect and deliver the core software powering the industry's most innovative, high-availability storage platforms. You will lead the development of mission-critical system components, transforming complex hardware-software integration challenges into seamless, zero-downtime customer experiences. By collaborating with hardware and cross-functional software teams, you will define the future of enterprise data storage and ensure our platforms remain at the cutting edge of performance and reliability.

✅ Key Responsibilities

• Architect High-Performance Networking: Drive the end-to-end design and debugging of C/C++ networking software to ensure next-generation switching and fabric platforms meet rigorous scalability and resiliency benchmarks.
• Own Core Protocol Development: Deliver critical Layer 2 and Layer 3 features—including forwarding behavior and control-plane protocols—that simplify operations for global enterprise customers.
• Lead Hardware-Software Integration: Partner with ASIC vendors and internal platform teams to implement switch SDK functionalities, ensuring robust hardware interfaces and successful in-service software upgrades (ISSU).
• Innovate with Open Networking: Design and customize SONiC-based solutions across the control and data planes to enhance our disaggregated network operating system capabilities.
• Drive Technical Excellence: Act as a technical mentor and lead for complex initiatives, setting the standard for code quality and architectural decisions across cross-functional networking efforts.

📌 Required Qualifications

• Systems Programming Expertise: Advanced proficiency in C/C++ (C++11+) with a track record of building and debugging performance-sensitive systems software or networking applications.
• Deep Networking Domain Knowledge: Mastery of Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols (Ethernet, VLANs, BGP, ECMP) and the ability to translate these complex behaviors into production-ready code.
• Hardware Interfacing Skills: Practical experience working with switch SDKs or Linux networking internals (kernel concepts, drivers, or packet processing) to interact directly with ASIC capabilities.
• Availability-Focused Engineering: Understanding of non-disruptive upgrade (NDU) technologies and the architectural discipline required to build systems that minimize customer impact during maintenance.
• Collaborative Technical Leadership: Ability to independently drive complex problem-solving and influence technical direction across multiple teams while mentoring junior engineers.

🎁 Benefits

The annual base salary range is: $175,000 - $263,000 USD. This role may be eligible for incentive pay and/or equity. We offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events. Check out http://benefits.everpuredata.com/ for more information.

🛂 Visa & Eligibility

Everpure is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire.