
Datacom Lead Developer at Qode. Responsibilities:. · Lead the team on all technical fronts, ensuring alignment with overall project goals and requirements.. · Collaborate closely with product management and key stakeholders to define system-level requirements and convert them into robust, scalable technical solutions.. · Provide hands-on guidance in low-level programming, including C, Linux kernel development, and real-time operating systems for networking and firewall appliances.. · Ensure timely and high-quality delivery across all projects and initiatives.. · Drive technical excellence through rigorous code reviews, design evaluations, and adherence to secure coding and unit testing best practices.. · Optimize system performance, security, and networking functionality.. · Offer strong technical leadership and actively mentor software engineers within the team.. · Partner with QA, DevOps, and security teams to support CI/CD pipelines, automate testing, and conduct security assessments.. · Troubleshoot complex technical issues in production environments and support customer escalations as necessary.. · Proactively identify and resolve technical risks, track dependencies, and ensure smooth execution.. · Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, firmware, and validation teams.. · Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster effective collaboration.. · Exhibit solid time-management capabilities to handle multiple priorities efficiently.. . . . Technical Expertise:. · Programming & Scripting: (Must-Have). o Languages: C, Shell Scripting (Python is a plus).. · Networking & Protocols: (Must-Have 2 from below). o Layer 2 Protocols: IEEE 802.1X, STP, RSTP, LLDP, VLAN, Redundancy Protocols (MRP,SRM, etc.).. o Layer 3 Protocols: Routing (OSPF, BGP, VRRP, RIP, ARP, etc.).. o Industrial Protocols: Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, OPC UA, DNS, NTP.. · Security & Cryptography : (Good to have). o Security Standards: IPSEC, Secure Boot, Signed Firmware, Certificate Validation, TACACS+, MACsec.. o Crypto Libraries: OpenSSL, mbedTLS, WolfSSL, etc.. · Management & Debugging: (Must-Have). o Management Plane: SNMP, CLI, Web-based Network Management.. o Debugging Tools: GDB, Lauterbach.. · Testing & Automation: (Good to have). o Security Testing: Nessus, Achilles, Codenomicon, SilverCreek, OpenVAS.. o Traffic Generators: IXIA, Spirent, Scapy.. · Version Control & CI/CD: (Must-Have). o Tools: Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins.. · Operating Systems & Hardware: (Must-Have at least 1). o Linux: Strong command over Linux OS, U-Boot, Linux Kernel.. o ASICs: Experience with Broadcom, Marvell, or other industry-standard L2/L3 switching. o ASICs.. · Certifications (Preferred):. o PROFINET Certification (v2.41).. o ENIP Certification (CT16).. . Good to Have. :. · Experience in Broadcom FastPath, SDK, MACsec.. · Industrial Protocols: MODBUS, IEC61850.. · Linux Bring-Up, OpenWRT experience.. · Interdisciplinary Collaboration with cross-functional teams.. · Effective Communication: Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.. · Team Player: Strong collaboration and problem-solving mindset.. · Passion for Learning: Genuine interest in continuous learning and knowledge sharing.. Company Location: India.