Switch Firmware Engineer - UBNT

Ubiquiti Networks is a next-generation communications technology company founded and led by Robert Pera. Ubiquiti has a unique business model that emphasizes R&D and eschews traditional marketing in an effort to produce high performance equipment at disruptive prices. The result is an attractive alternative to traditional high touch, high-cost providers. Ubiquiti consists of three principal divisions: its Service Provider Division, which seeks to close the digital divide by producing carrier-class long-haul wireless networking equipment at highly disruptive prices; its Enterprise Division, which seeks to democratize enterprise-class networking equipment such that it is accessible to small and medium size businesses; and the recently established Ubiquiti Labs, which produces innovative tech solutions for the consumer market.

Our products have a fanatic user base and are widely used in both developed and developing countries throughout the world.

As a public company, we can and do offer great pay, perks, and benefits. Ubiquiti has offices around the world. Learn more about us at ubnt.com.

Who We Are

Ubiquiti Networks is a next-generation communications technology company founded in 2005. We design and manufacture disruptive technology platforms for emerging markets that drive profitable business models and enable ubiquitous connectivity. Our technology platforms such as airMAX, airFiber, UniFi, UniFi Video, EdgeMAX, and AmpliFi, focus on unparalleled user experience combined with industry leading performance at disruptive cost points.

We are looking for a talented and self-driven software engineer to join our growing team. As part of our team you would help us build and test Ubiquiti’s latest designs and help us deliver the robust and powerful products our customers expect.

Responsibilities

Candidate will work in cooperation with other engineers to develop firmware for UniFi Switch and related products. The candidate must possess expert knowledge of embedded Linux processes and have experience developing FASTPATH-based switches.

Must Have Requirements

Proficient in software development tools, knowledge of git revision control
Strong programming skills
Knowledgeable in C development
Switch development and debugging experience
Ability to adapt and quickly pick up new technologies
Ability to work productively and autonomously, whether on a small team or solo, including the ability to give and receive constructive criticism to team members
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience that is a Major Plus
Experience developing FASTPATH-based switches.

Ubiquiti offers full benefits, a flexible schedule, and many other perks for success-driven individuals.

How to Apply

Submit your resume together with a cover letter including link to a project you worked on (e.g. your GitHub account, link to commit in an Open Source project, etc.) to show your proficiency in embedded systems and Linux.

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