> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/629034-principal-software-engineer-switch-design](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/629034-principal-software-engineer-switch-design). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Principal Software Engineer - Switch Design

- **Company:** Agile Tech Labs
- **Location:** United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Networks, Firmware, Internet Group Management Protocols, Python (Programming Language), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Overlay Transport Virtualization, Broadcom, Network Switches, Information Technology
- **Published:** June 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/82b12b3c-6701-4fb2-bbe1-4e397f448425

## About the Role

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering
 * 15+ years of networking switch development experience
 * Strong C/C++ and Python programming skills
 * Deep knowledge of SONiC, ONL, Linux networking, and Broadcom XGS
 * Experience with EVPN, VXLAN, BGP, OSPF, IGMP, and PIM protocols

## Description

* Develop and optimize low-level firmware and switch software
 * Adapt firmware for new hardware platforms
 * Work closely with hardware, firmware, and software teams
 * Lead technical reviews and product strategy discussions
 * Troubleshoot and resolve complex networking issues


## Related Videos

- [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology)
- [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine)
- [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team)
- [Syntax, Semantics, and Systems: From Linguistics to Software - Yasmine Kordjazy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1940-syntax-semantics-and-systems-from-linguistics-to-software-yasmine-kordjazy)
- [Blazor Unleashed: The Future of .NET Web Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1564-blazor-unleashed-the-future-of-net-web-development)
- [Into the hive of eBPF!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1199-into-the-hive-of-ebpf)

## Related Articles

- [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)
- [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)
- [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)
- [The Best Software Developer Blogs to Read](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/156-the-best-software-developer-blogs-to-read)
- [Steps to Get a Software Engineer Internship](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/160-steps-to-get-a-software-engineer-internship)
- [The Best X (Twitter) Accounts for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/294-the-best-x-twitter-accounts-for-developers)