R&D Software Engineer

For over 20 years, Ekinops has been driving innovation in network systems. We provide solutions focused on the needs of communication service providers and enterprises worldwide.

We provide open, trusted, and innovative network connectivity and enable our customers' success by delivering high value-added software-driven solutions. Today, over 120 international service providers, including numerous Tier 1 carriers around the world, trust our people and technologies.

Over 50% of our 500+ strong team works in our multi-national Agile R&D centers. Our company has a strong international background, with sales offices strategically located around the world.

A member of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) program since 2022, Ekinops is recognized for its CSR commitments with its EcoVadis 2025 Gold medal and received the "Best partner for sustainability" award from Orange Business in 2022.

About the Role

Join our dynamic system team as an Embedded Software Engineer and help shape the future of Ekinops networking products. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple global sites to develop cutting-edge software solutions for our router portfolio, integrating both proprietary and third-party technologies into cost-effective, high-performance designs.

What You'll Do
• Architect & Design: Create scalable software architectures, systems, and reusable building blocks
• Development & Test: Build robust software solutions in real-time embedded environments
• Collaborate: Work closely with multidisciplinary project teams to develop, debug, and optimize innovative designs
• Document: Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for your software designs

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications
• Master's degree in software engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 3+ years of professional embedded software development experience
• Strong proficiency in C programming
• Hands-on experience with Linux/Kernel development and debugging
• Experience developing software for multicore environments
• Knowledge of communication system standards and protocols

Preferred Skills
• DPDK development experience
• Experience with GitLab/Git, Jira, Jenkins, and unit testing frameworks
• Strong passion for embedded software (firmware) and software architecture
• Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written)
• Proven ability to thrive in international, agile team environments

Package:

• Fix + Bonus
• Hybrid work options (up to 2 days remote per week)