Embedded Networking Software Engineer

About Openchip
Openchip is a European Silicon Engineering Company, headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. We aim to democratize access to high performance compute Chips by developing Systems on Chip based on Chiplet technology and the combination of RISC-V and compute acceleration for AI and HPC, everything being interconnected with UCIe open interfaces. Our technologies will provide value in fields as varied as Artificial Intelligence, Security and Privacy and Carbon Footprint Reduction. We are willing to change the Silicon Industry and help to build a more sustainable world, where collaboration and openness are by default. Our chips will be used in High Performance Computing, Autonomous Driving, Telecommunications, Personalized Medicine, Edge and Cloud Computing.

To support our growth, we are recruiting an embedded software engineer for our DPU Software Networking Team. Join the adventure

THE ROLE
As part of the launch of new strategic projects, we are strengthening our Software Networking team. You will join a small, dynamic group of 6 people, based in France, responsible for developing networking software solutions that span the entire stack, from hardware-level drivers to cloud-scale virtual switching.

Key Responsibilities
You will lead or actively contribute to:

• Design, develop, and optimize networking software for our cutting-edge DPU platform.
• Create and maintain low-level software, including MAC/PHY drivers and packet forwarding engine firmware.
• Develop and enhance Linux kernel drivers to support network offloads and hardware acceleration features.
• Implement and optimize data plane solutions utilizing the Data Plane Development Kit (DPDK) and Open vSwitch (OVS).
• Build and maintain robust, scalable, and automated test frameworks using Python to ensure software quality and performance.
• Collaborate closely with hardware and system architecture teams to define requirements, design software interfaces, and debug complex, system-level issues.
• Profile and analyze system performance to identify and resolve software bottlenecks.

Experience
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 3 years of experience in embedded software engineering.

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in C programming and experience with large-scale software development.
• Solid experience with Linux kernel development, device drivers, or similar low-level programming.
• Proficiency in Python for scripting, automation, and test framework development.
• Good understanding of fundamental networking concepts, including TCP/IP, Ethernet, network protocols and packet forwarding techniques.

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience with the Data Plane Development Kit (DPDK) framework.
• Familiarity with Open vSwitch (OVS) architecture and hardware offload mechanisms.
• Experience with low-level hardware interfaces, such as MAC/PHY components.
• Knowledge of virtualization technologies like SR-IOV and KVM.
• Experience with performance tuning and optimization of networking data planes.

Soft Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach with a strong sense of ownership.
• Passion for learning new technologies and tackling complex engineering challenges.

What We Offer

• Contract: Permanent contract (CDI)
• Start date: ASAP
• Location: Montbonnot-Saint-Martin (near Grenoble) or Sophia Antipolis (near Nice)
• Remote policy: Up to 2 days per week remote work possible
• Benefits: Meal vouchers, Premium health coverage, Sustainable mobility incentives, Generous paternity leave, etc.
• We offer a remuneration package that values your experience
• We believe in investing in our employees and providing them with opportunities for growth and career development.
• Join an innovative team and experience company growth.
• A chance to work on one of the most transformative AI and silicon engineering companies in Europe.
• Opportunity to travel to other countries in Europe to meet the teams, collaborate and drive solutions.

We are looking for outstanding people willing to join our mission to change the silicon industry and help build
a better world. If you identify with Openchip, please contact us.
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