Software Engineer, Arista

Platform Independent Layer 2 and Infrastructure Team

Salary not provided

Python

Linux

C++

Mid and Senior level

Remote in Ireland

Dublin

Data-driven networking platform

Open for applications

Data-driven networking platform

1001+ employees

B2BArtificial IntelligenceBig dataCloud Computing

Open for applications

Salary not provided

Python

Linux

C++

Mid and Senior level

Remote in Ireland

Dublin

1001+ employees

B2BArtificial IntelligenceBig dataCloud Computing

Company mission

To design, manufacture and deliver leading data-driven cloud networking solutions in an environmentally and socially sustainable manner.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Engineering
3+ years of experience working as a Systems Software Development Engineer
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python programming languages
Software Development experience with Linux
Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment

Desirable

Experience with Layer 2 protocols like 802.1X, AAA, Macsec, LACP, STP
Experience working through the complete software development life cycle right from requirements gathering to delivering the fully developed feature
Strong software debugging skills especially in embedded systems
Experience in Network Systems Software development is a plus

What the job involves

The EOS Platform Independent (PI) Layer 2 and Infrastructure team is responsible for working on Arista’s EOS working alongside the EOS Routing team
The team is responsible for building innovative, scalable solutions in areas including EOS infrastructure, Layer 2 protocols like 802.1X, Macsec, DHCP, and RADIUS etc
A unique feature of the Arista’s Layer 2 PI and Infrastructure team is that it develops software which is common across Campus, Data Center and Enterprise features
This is a global team that spreads across multiple geographies working on cutting edge features that get deployed in the largest Cloud titan, Service Provider, Enterprise and Campus networks

Our take

Arista is a supplier of cloud networking solutions, addressing the needs of internet companies, cloud service providers, and enterprises. While the business is not tied to a crowd of large customers, companies are nonetheless attracted to its CloudVision Software - which has the potential to save them a significant amount of money.

The company's growth so far has led to it being seen as a rising star in the computer networking industry. It competes directly with digital giant Cisco, but despite this boasts impressive revenue growth. In fact, Arista has been vocal with its confidence that it can continue to grow at a rapid pace, as it further develops its offering for the networking market.

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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

Top investors

Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks

10% employee growth in 12 months

Glassdoor (4)

Company

Funding (2 rounds)

Apr 2020

$36m

SERIES C

Jul 2017

$30m

LATE VC

Total funding: $66m

Company values

Respect
Integrity
Teamwork
Innovation
Passion
Trust
Quality

Company HQ

Santa Clara, CA

Articles

Arista Networks grows profit and revenue as it easily beats Wall Street’s targets

Arista Networks buys well-funded AI threat detection startup Awake Security

Out With The Old — Why Arista Networks Is Crushing Cisco

Arista Buys Pluribus Networks To Grow Cloud Networking Offering

Leadership

Andreas von Bechtolsheim

(CDO)

Previously was a co-founder and Chief System Architect at Sun Microsystems. Has also received the EY 2015 US Entrepreneur of the Year Award and is a member of the National Academy of Engineering.

Kenneth Duda

(CTO)

Holds 3 simultaneous engineering degrees from MIT as well as a PhD in Computer Science from Stanford University. Previously worked as the CTO at There and was also the first employee of Granite Systems, where they lead the software development team.

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