Principal Backend Software Engineer

2 weeks ago

Santa Clara, California, United States Forward Networks Inc Full time
Revolutionize Network Management with Forward Networks

Forward Networks is a pioneering company that's changing the way large networks are managed. Our innovative platform, the Forward Enterprise, creates a digital twin of the network, based on a mathematical model. This scalable solution supports hundreds of thousands of network devices, whether cloud, hybrid cloud, or on-prem.

As a Principal Backend Software Engineer at Forward Networks, you'll play a crucial role in leading the development of our product's core components. You'll ensure seamless interactions with other services and systems, and be instrumental in enhancing the efficiency of our core data structures and scaling our computational capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and build robust pipelines to ingest and analyze data from network devices and other sources.
  • Optimize computational processes to improve efficiency and implement solutions that scale with growing data and user demands.
  • Develop new features leveraging our network model to provide actionable insights.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with other engineering teams to ensure cohesive integration of services.

Requirements:

  • 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.

Technical Skills:

  • 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.

Soft Skills:

  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Learn More:

To understand more about the exciting work our Scaling team is doing, visit our blog: Forward Networks Scaling Blog

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