Sr Engineer II, Software Development - Switch

Position Overview We are seeking a Senior Switching Software Engineer to lead innovation and development of cutting-edge managed switching solutions for small and medium enterprise (SME) markets. This role requires deep technical expertise in switching software architecture and product-level understanding to drive breakthrough innovations in cost-effective, feature-rich managed switches from 10GB to 400GB targeting SME deployments. Key Responsibilities Product Innovation Leadership : Drive breakthrough innovations in SME-focused switching features including zero-touch provisioning, cloud-based management integration, and AI-powered network optimization SME Feature Development : Lead development of enterprise-grade features optimized for SME deployments: simplified network segmentation, automated VLAN provisioning, intelligent traffic prioritization, and plug-and-play enterprise security Cost-Performance Optimization : Innovate cost-effective solutions that deliver enterprise functionality at SME price points while maintaining performance Customer-Driven Innovation : Lead research into SME networking pain points and develop innovative software solutions for simplified network management Platform Differentiation : Drive technical differentiation through innovative features like ML-based network anomaly detection, automated capacity planning, and predictive maintenance for SME environments Market-Focused Architecture : Design switching architectures that balance advanced enterprise features with SME deployment simplicity and cost constraints Innovation Partnerships : Collaborate with product management and field teams to identify market opportunities and drive product innovation Competitive Analysis : Lead technical competitive analysis and drive innovation to maintain market leadership in SME managed switching SME Market Product Knowledge SME Network Challenges : Deep understanding of SME networking constraints including limited IT staff, budget sensitivity, and simplified management requirements Market Positioning : Knowledge of SME switching market dynamics, competitive landscape, and differentiation opportunities Enterprise Feature Adaptation : Expertise in adapting complex enterprise features for simplified SME deployment and management TCO Optimization : Understanding of total cost of ownership considerations for SME customers including deployment, management, and maintenance costs Advanced Switching Features for SME Market Intelligent Auto-Configuration : Zero-touch VLAN setup, automated QoS policies, and self-configuring network segmentation Cloud Integration : Seamless integration with cloud management platforms and hybrid cloud networking Security Automation : Automated threat detection, network access control, and security policy enforcement optimized for SME environments Performance Intelligence : ML-driven bandwidth optimization, traffic analytics, and capacity planning for growing SME networks Simplified Network Virtualization : Easy-to-deploy network segmentation and micro-segmentation for SME security requirements Branch Office Connectivity : Advanced SD-WAN integration, site-to-site VPN automation, and centralized branch management Guest Network Management : Sophisticated guest access control with time-based policies, bandwidth limiting, and secure isolation IoT Device Management : Automated IoT device discovery, classification, and policy enforcement for SME environments Voice/Video Optimization : Advanced QoS for unified communications, video conferencing optimization, and real-time application prioritization Network Analytics : Comprehensive network visibility, user behavior analytics, and automated reporting for SME IT teams Innovation & Technical Leadership Emerging Technology Integration : Drive adoption of AI/ML, edge computing, and IoT integration in SME switching solutions Patent Development : Lead development of patentable innovations in SME networking and switching technology Industry Standards : Contr