C/C++

Python

System-level programming

L2/L3 networking protocols

ASIC SDK integration and porting

Linux kernel development

Device drivers

Embedded systems development

Hardware abstraction layers (SAI)

Switching hardware knowledge

Debugging tools

Profiling tools

Version control systems

VXLAN-EVPN

QoS implementation

ACL/BFD/NetFlow

LAG/ECMP load balancing

Multicast protocols

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving and troubleshooting

System-level thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work with architecture and validation teams