Cloud Networking Senior Engineer

About Wind River Cloud Team

The Wind River Cloud team develops and delivers large-scale, cloud-native infrastructure solutions built on technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, and Open Stack. They operate at the forefront of fast-evolving open-source ecosystems, integrating these technologies into a robust platform designed to meet the demanding requirements of edge computing, including high availability, security, and scalability.

• Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native platform components for the Wind River Cloud Platform.
• Develop and enhance features related to Kubernetes networking (e.g. CNI plugins, multi-network configurations).
• Support and improve high-performance networking capabilities such as SR-IOV and related technologies.
• Assist in implementing Precision Time Protocol (PTP) features for time-sensitive workloads.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across distributed systems, including networking and infrastructure layers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and reliable solutions.
• Contribute to open‑source development within the Starling
  
  X community.
• Write high‑quality, maintainable, and testable code, with appropriate unit and integration tests.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and continuous improvement of engineering practices.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software development for distributed or cloud‑native systems.
• Strong proficiency in Python, C/C++, and/or Go, with experience building backend or infrastructure components.
• Hands‑on experience with Kubernetes (K8s) and container platforms (e.g., Docker).
• Experience developing or supporting Kubernetes networking, including familiarity with CNI plugins (e.g., Calico).
• Strong understanding of Linux networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, VLANs, bridging, bonding).
• Familiarity with high‑performance networking concepts (e.g., SR-IOV) or willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with Precision Time Protocol (PTP) or other time synchronization technologies is a plus.
• Experience using AI‑assisted development tools (e.g., Git Hub Copilot, ChatGPT) to improve productivity.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to debug complex system‑level issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in team environments.
• Self‑motivated, fast learner with the desire and ability to master new technologies.

Salary range: $95,000 to $120,000 CAD annual plus annual incentive plan bonus. Compensation is determined through interviews and a review of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities of the applicant, and equity with other team members.

• Health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance.
• Vacation time, paid holidays.
• Eligibility to enroll in RRSP, matched RRSP contributions.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Income protection through short and long‑term disability coverage.
• Well‑being programs:
  Employee assistance program, mental well‑being support.
• Learning benefits:
  Linked In Learning subscription and seminars.

Wind River is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.