Software Engineer

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a company that has been at the forefront of AI and high-performance data storage innovation for over two decades. DataDirect Networks (DDN) is a global market leader renowned for powering many of the world's most demanding AI data centers, in industries ranging from life sciences and healthcare to financial services, autonomous cars, Government, academia, research and manufacturing.

"DDN's A3I solutions are transforming the landscape of AI infrastructure." – IDC

“The real differentiator is DDN. I never hesitate to recommend DDN. DDN is the de facto name for AI Storage in high performance environments” - Marc Hamilton, VP, Solutions Architecture & Engineering | NVIDIA

DDN is the global leader in AI and multi-cloud data management at scale. Our cutting-edge data intelligence platform is designed to accelerate AI workloads, enabling organizations to extract maximum value from their data. With a proven track record of performance, reliability, and scalability, DDN empowers businesses to tackle the most challenging AI and data-intensive workloads with confidence.

Our success is driven by our unwavering commitment to innovation, customer-centricity, and a team of passionate professionals who bring their expertise and dedication to every project. This is a chance to make a significant impact at a company that is shaping the future of AI and data management.

Our commitment to innovation, customer success, and market leadership makes this an exciting and rewarding role for a driven professional looking to make a lasting impact in the world of AI and data storage.

Job Description

DataDirect Networks (DDN) engineering organization is seeking a Software Engineering professional to strengthen the team of Continuation Engineering and Level 3 Engineering Support. The position is based in Pune, India. The prospective candidate must have good analytical, technical, development and debugging abilities. The skills in terms of system knowledge are crucial for this role along with a high degree of customer focus. The candidate must collaborate with other teams and individuals within the organisation from around the globe.

Responsibilities

As a Software Engineer, the primary focus will be to support Continuation Engineering’s development activities. The role mainly involves but not limited to following:

• Development in C on Linux platform for storage products.
• Code analysis & debugging to help Level 3 engineering support in resolving customer issues.
• Help the team with maintenance releases.
• Understand customer requirements and work towards enhancing the product quality by improving reliability, serviceability & usability.
• Analyse hardware/equipment issues and troubleshoot.
• Work with multi-location global set of team members.
  
  

Requirements/Qualifications

• More than 3 years of hands on experience in software development and product support.
• Software development with strong C programming.
• Deep & a strong understanding of operating system principles & architecture including the demands of real time systems.
• Well versed with Linux internals, kernel level coding & debugging, conversant with GDB and Linux device drivers.
• Excellent analytical & debugging skills.
• Knowledge of assembly language and C++ is a plus.
• Understand the complexities & challenges in the high speed parallel data transmission including but not limited to SAS, InfiniBand topologies
• Understand, interpret industry standards & protocols, specifications from ISO/IEC, RFCs and be able to translate into software specifications
• Knowledge of storage system file systems and big data challenges is required.
• Knowledge of cloud storage, cloud computing, data centre operations is desirable.
• Knowledge of scripting languages like bash, Perl and Python is highly desirable.
• Exceptional verbal & written English communication skill.
• Experience working with cross-functional and remote teams.
• Demonstrated experience in handling technical issues with customer's installation
• Experience and flexibility in working across countries and different time zones.
• A bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent.
• A dynamic person with Master’s degree in the relevant field with excellent academic record and right attitude, with no experience will also be considered.
  
  

DDN

DataDirect Networks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, sex stereotyping, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.