FAQs
What qualifications are required for the Senior Control Plane Engineer position?
The basic qualifications include a MS/BS degree in CS/EE/CE or technical equivalent, 7+ years of related work experience, software development experience using C, C++, and/or Python, experience developing routing protocol stack in vendor NOS or open-source networking stacks, and a deep understanding of network protocols such as BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, etc.
What are some preferred qualifications for the Senior Control Plane Engineer role?
Preferred qualifications include experience and/or knowledge of Segment Routing, L2VPN and EVPN technologies, BIER and Controller based Solutions, understanding of SDN principles, NFV, and related technologies, experience with MPLS based VPNs, proficiency in GIT, Jira, Jenkins and CI/CD pipeline tools, knowledge of virtualization and container technologies, and strong troubleshooting skills in complex network issues.
What does the Senior Control Plane Engineer role entail?
The Senior Control Plane Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing the control plane required for Cisco 8000 platforms, utilizing experience in routing protocol stack development and network operating systems. They will work in an agile team environment to solve networking challenges through routing protocol enhancement designs and automation first mindset.
What are some key responsibilities of a Senior Control Plane Engineer?
Key responsibilities include working on the design, development, and testing of the control plane for Cisco 8000 platforms, leveraging expertise in routing protocol stack development. They will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, develop routing protocol enhancements, troubleshoot complex network issues, and contribute to automation efforts in the team.