Sr SW Systems Engineer-9572

The Sr SW Systems Engineer at Extreme Networks will focus on core coding and the implementation of modules for our network automation products. This involves adapting new technology into existing setups, detailed design execution, and collaboration across teams for solution integration, ensuring an end-to-end implementation that drives efficiency and innovation.

Candidates applying for the Sr SW Systems Engineer role at Extreme Networks should have a B.E/B. Tech or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, or Electronics & Communication Engineering. A minimum of 4-8 years of relevant experience and proficiency in areas such as microservices architecture, Java or GoLang coding, and familiarity with cloud application development are essential.

To excel as a Sr SW Systems Engineer at Extreme Networks, candidates should possess strong skills in software development, particularly in Java or GoLang, and have experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD practices. Knowledge in mentoring junior developers, agile development, and communication skills are also crucial for collaborating effectively within a team.

At Extreme Networks, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values. We strive to create an environment that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, ensuring equitable access to opportunities. This commitment extends to the recruitment process for the Sr SW Systems Engineer role, where we encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply and flourish in our workplace.

The Sr SW Systems Engineer role at Extreme Networks will involve using Agile development practices, leveraging CI/CD methodologies, and incorporating automated testing into workflows to enhance product quality. Familiarity with tools like Jenkins and Git will facilitate these practices, ensuring fast-paced, responsive development cycles.

In answering this question, it's essential to share specific examples where you've successfully implemented microservices architecture. Describe the project's scope, the challenges you faced, and how adopting microservices improved system scalability and maintainability.

Best practices include using multistage builds for smaller images, organizing Dockerfiles efficiently, ensuring proper image versioning, and setting up health checks. Highlight specific practices that you have found effective in your previous projects to convey your hands-on experience.

Share specific examples where you've implemented CI/CD pipelines, the tools used (like Jenkins), and the impact it had on deployment speed and reliability. Discuss how it led to improved collaboration and fewer production bugs, showcasing a real insight into your problem-solving capabilities.

When discussing debugging strategies, focus on your systematic approach—such as using logging, breakpoints, and tools that help visualize thread behavior. You might also mention specific challenges faced and techniques used to resolve concurrency issues.

Highlight the importance of RESTful principles, clear documentation, versioning, and security measures, such as OAuth. Share experiences where your API designs were key to project success, demonstrating both technical proficiency and user-centric development.

Describe your experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, focusing on specific services utilized for efficient deployment and scaling. Mention any hands-on projects where you’ve migrated applications to the cloud or implemented cloud-native features.

Choose a project where your contributions were pivotal. Explain your responsibilities, how you collaborated with teammates, any leadership roles you took, and the outcome of the project, illustrating your impact and teamwork abilities.

Emphasize the importance of thorough documentation in facilitating team collaboration, enhancing onboarding, and ensuring maintainability. Share how you have implemented documentation practices in your projects to illustrate your dedication to quality work.

Discuss various methods such as following industry publications, participating in online courses, attending technical meetups or conferences, and how applying new knowledge has positively impacted your development work.

Talk about your testing strategies, such as unit testing, integration testing, and the use of tools to automate these processes. Mention how these practices resulted in enhanced software reliability and your proactive role in fostering a product quality mindset within your team.