Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 6, 2026. Koch Industries scores A on the Alion truth index.
What You Will Do
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
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In Optical Network Industry, developa high-performance SDN (Software define network) software systemand application in the entireproduction lifecycleincludinggathering requirements, design, implementation, testing and production
2.
Document and demonstrate solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code.
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Actively involved in technical discussion / presentation and provide input to other global team members from hardware, optical module and system engineering teams
4.
Customer interaction including RFQ/RFP responses, RMA testingand pre/post sale customer technical support
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Simplify and optimize the developing process using popular code management frameworks or models
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Guide and support junior developers in software development best practices, coding standards, and debugging techniques
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Work with marketing and internal multi-discipline design team to contribute on product planning and specification based on customer demand and requests
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Perform other related duties as assigned by management
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
EDUCATION & Qualifications:
REQUIRED:
·BSEE or BSCS
PREFERRED:
·MSEE or MSCS
WORK EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED:
·3years in C/C++ programming in embedded Linux in network industry.
PREFERRED:
·7 years in C/C++ programming in embedded Linux in network industry. 3 years in optical network related software development.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
·Knowledge and experience in software engineering, including computer architecture, operatingsystem, cloud networking, data structure, algorithm and object-oriented design methodology
·Proficient in programming and debugging across a range oflanguages: C, C++, Python, and Bash script and familiar with x86 and ARM architecture and Linux environment (uboot, kernel, file system, security, CVE solutions)
·Experience in network device management, such as configuration, topology, fault and performance management
·Strong knowledge with TCP/IP networking and related protocols, such as TCP, UDP, Vlan, LLDP,RSTP etc
·Skilled in verbal and written communication, capable of collaborating with different function teams and taking leadership in a global team environment
·Capability of taking ownership of long-term projects and driver them to successful completion
PREFERRED:
·Knowledge in gRPC, Netconf/Yang, REST, or other SDN management protocol
·Experience with optical network devices (WDM, Amplifier, ROADM etc.)
·Experience with Product security and process, including Secure Boot,SBOM,SAST,CVE vulnerability management etc
·Knowledgeof network protocols, including OSPF,BGP,LLDP,RSTP and VLAN
·Experience in architecting, building, and running large-scale network systems
What Will Put You Ahead
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At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Who We Are
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At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

