Software Engineer - Edge Threat Management

Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.

At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We  believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.

Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.

Who You'll Work With

Arista’s Edge Threat Management team is seeking a Software Engineer to join our Firewall / Networking Engineering team. This is a great role for participating in open source projects. In this position, you will be an integral part of the development of world-class networking and security products.  You will drive discovery and evolution of new technologies to maximize development efficiency and performance. You will get the opportunity to work with our global team of engineers to design and build the next generation of our platform.

What You'll Do

• Design Open Source Linux-based firewall routers for cost effective solutions for global customer base
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and develop new features and enhancements
• Drive discovery and evaluation of new technologies to maximize development efficiency and performance
• Troubleshoot defects and perform root cause analysis
• Fix bugs and improve system performance

• 5+ years working knowledge of Java, Golang, C, C++, or similar languages
• 5+ years working experience of software engineering
• 5+ years of Linux/Unix development, shell and python scripting experience
• Experience in developing systems for high reliability and scalability
• Understanding of network management and security
• Intrinsic drive towards KISS and DRY principles