Principal Backend Software Engineer, Forward Networks
Scaling
$200-240k
Office located in Santa Clara, CA
Mathematically-accurate network modeling
Open for applications
Mathematically-accurate network modeling
101-200 employees
Open for applications
$200-240k
Office located in Santa Clara, CA
101-200 employees
Company mission
To transform networks to be agile, predictable, and secure.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; Masters or Ph.D. preferred
- 8+ years of full lifecycle software development experience
- Proven experience in backend development using Java, C++, or similar languages
- Strong background in object-oriented design and development
- Proficiency with databases
- Proficiency with algorithms and design for performance and scalability
- In-depth knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices
- Strong systems programming skills including multi-threading, concurrency, caching, batching etc
- Experience with RESTful APIs and frameworks
- Familiarity with containerization tools such as Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes
- Exposure to big data technologies
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in the networking domain is NOT a requirement for this role but is a plus
What the job involves
- We are seeking an experienced Principal Backend Software Engineer to join our Scaling team
- In this pivotal role, you will lead the development of our product’s core components, ensuring they interact seamlessly with other services and systems
- You will be instrumental in enhancing the efficiency of our core data structures and scaling our computational capabilities
- Architect and Develop Pipelines: Design and build robust pipelines to ingest and analyze data from network devices and other sources
- Enhance Scalability and Performance: Optimize computational processes to improve efficiency and implement solutions that scale with growing data and user demands
- Innovate on Product Features: Develop new features leveraging our network model to provide actionable insights. Collaborate with product teams to translate user needs into technical solutions
- Technical Leadership: Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence. Lead code reviews, design reviews and contribute to best practices in software development
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with other engineering teams to ensure cohesive integration of services
Our take
The rapid flow of data from inside and outside organisations has rendered top-down planning difficult, and often ineffective, especially in an enterprise network setting. Forward Networks provides a solution by creating digital twins of a company's network architecture so planners and developers can see how their activities will affect operations across the entire network.
Although digital twinning is relatively new, there is already intense competition for this space. Forward Networks has carved out a unique niche in focusing on enterprise networks rather than the organisation as a whole, a focus which is needed given the complexity of modern hybrid networks which can span several cloud environments.
In 2023, Forward Networks completed a Series D funding round led by MSD Partners, with participation from Goldman Sachs, one of its long-term customers. This investment has supported the business in further developing its product, expand the services available to its customers, and scaling its core team.
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Jan 2023
$50m
SERIES D
Oct 2019
$35m
SERIES C
Total funding: $112.5m
Company benefits
- We’re an agile team and early-stage company with plenty of opportunities to grow, as a company and as individuals.
- Every team member receives a compensation package that includes equity, so we can grow together.
- We offer top-grade insurance, with medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family.
- Vacations, holidays, family days. With no tracked time off, you can go as long as it’s okay with your manager.
Company values
- We're not like other start-ups
- Our diversity makes us stronger
- We're proud of our people
Company HQ
Santa Clara, CA
Articles
Leadership
David Erickson
(Co-Founder & CEO)Was Director of Course Content and Instructor at SDN Academy, a Graduate Research Assistant at Stanford University and Member of Technical Staff at big switch networks.
Brandon Heller
(Co-Founder & CTO)Was Director of Course Content and Instructor at SDN Academy. Prior to that, they interned at Google, Hewlett-Packard and Emerson Motor Company.
Nikhil Handigol
(Co-Founder)Was Director of Course Content and Instructor at SDN Academy, as well as a Member of Technical Staff at ON.Lab and Research Assistant at Stanford University.
Peyman Kazemian
(Co-Founder)Was Director of Course Content and Instructor at SDN Academy, and a Researcher and Teaching Assistant at Stanford University. Also in terned at Google and Ericsson.
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