Lead Software Engineer

DataDirect Networks (DDN.com) is a leading global provider of data storage and data management solutions at scale. We accelerate AI and High-Performance Computing workflows and applications in data centers, private and public clouds, and at the edge. Thanks to our technology, over 11,000 customers realize significant efficiencies in their GPU and CPU compute farms, substantially reducing their data center power consumption and footprint. Utilizing highly optimized flash technology and AI-enabled software, our products power some of the largest and most demanding customers in the world in fields such as autonomous driving, AI chatbots, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, energy, government, public sector, and research institutions, as well as generative AI and data analytics applications.

Tintri is a wholly owned subsidiary of DataDirect Networks (DDN), the data-at-scale powerhouse and world’s largest privately held storage company. Tintri solutions serve the needs of enterprise data centres with intelligent infrastructure. Learn more about the Tintri portfolio of solutions at https://www.tintri.com/products.

Overview

This is a C/C++ Linux system software engineering role requiring design, implementation, and unit testing of production-quality software for our storage products.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for developing and maintaining software applications that powers Tintri's products.
• Define requirements, design, implement, unit test and maintain product and platform features.
• Participate in design discussions and design/code reviews.
• Develop software in C/C++ for our Linux-based appliance platform.
• Work independently as well as in team roles, including project leadership.

Requirements

• At least 7 years industry experience with developing/debugging/maintaining software applications for Linux in C/C++.
• Expert in C/C++ and scripting languages (Bash, Python, etc.) and the Linux/UNIX programming environment.
• Solid understanding of Linux/Unix OS internals including locking and semaphores, multiprocessor and multithreaded architectures, device drivers, inter-process communication, etc.
• Strong HW and SW troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; ability to create efficient solutions to complex problems including SW workarounds to HW bugs.
• Knowledge of one or more of the storage protocols -- NVMe, SCSI, SATA, SAS
• Knowledge of Linux device driver expertise - prefer block level device drivers.
• Knowledge of Linux kernel architecture.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education

• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

DDN has a very strong orientation towards these 4 characteristics and any successful employee will demonstrate these capabilities: 

Self-Starter - Takes independent action to identify and solve problems. Seeks out relevant information needed to make decisions. Gets involved with new initiatives. 

Success/Achievement Orientation - Delivers quality results consistently. Targets, achieves (or exceeds) measurable results. Sets challenging goals, focuses on critical priorities, and is accountable. 

Problem Solving - Recognizes problems and responds with a systematic assessment that identifies and addresses cause of issue. Practical, realistic, and resourceful. 

Innovative - Builds and improves key business processes that enhance the effectiveness of DDN. Generates new ideas, challenges the status quo, and solves problems creatively.

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.