Software Engineer

Role Overview: At Marvell, you will be part of a leading provider of innovative technologies, focusing on developing next-generation switching and DPU-based solutions for enterprise and cloud-scale environments. Your role will involve implementing and optimizing control plane and data plane functionalities, enhancing networking capabilities, designing high-performance switching fabrics, integrating security features, contributing to open-source initiatives, collaborating with hardware teams, and participating in code reviews and design discussions. Key Responsibilities: - Develop next-generation switching and DPU-based solutions tailored for enterprise and cloud-scale environments. - Implement and optimize control plane and data plane functionalities for switch platforms and DPUs. - Enhance Layer 2/3 networking capabilities including VLANs, VXLAN, L2GRE, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, and multicast for scalable, resilient infrastructure. - Design and optimize high-performance switching fabrics with advanced packet processing, QoS, congestion control, and telemetry. - Build and integrate robust security features such as 802.1X, MACsec, NAC, micro-segmentation, and threat detection mechanisms. - Contribute to open-source initiatives (e.g., SONiC, SAI, OVS, DPDK, ODP, Linux kernel) and help define future networking standards. - Collaborate with hardware teams to bring up new Switch SoC platforms and ensure seamless hardware-software integration. - Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and continuous integration processes. Qualifications Required: - Bachelors/Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 4-20 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. - Understanding of RoCE, RDMA, and DPU concepts. - 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. - Solid grasp of networking constructs such as ACLs, LPM, EM, routing, MAC learning, QoS, bridging, and load balancing. - Exposure to cloud networking, SDN, or network virtualization technologies. - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially in distributed team environments. - Proven ability to independently plan, execute, and deliver complex technical projects. - A passion for continuous learning and thriving in fast-paced, innovation-driven settings.,