Staff Software Engineer (f/m/d) Virtual Network Functions

IONOS EN
Revaler Straße 28-31 +1 more
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience with Golang and Kubernetes in a cloud infrastructure environment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on Golang and Kubernetes experience in cloud infrastructure development
    — “Writing, testing and reviewing Golang services for our VNFs”
  • Individuals familiar with Linux system administration and cloud virtualization technologies
    — “Experience with cloud environments and virtualization technologies like QEMU/KVM”
  • Professionals who have worked on scalable, high-performance network functions in a collaborative setting
    — “We build our VNFs in Golang and run them on Kubernetes, so the team works across the whole lifecycle”

Things to consider

  • The role requires working with complex networking technologies like VXLAN and eBPF
    — “Knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol family and networking technologies such as Open vSwitch, OpenFlow, VXLAN, VRF and eBPF”
  • Candidates must be capable of deploying and troubleshooting VNF workloads in production environments
    — “Deploying, operating and troubleshooting VNF workloads on Kubernetes”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with AI-assisted development in Golang projects
    — “using AI-assisted tooling as part of your daily development workflow”
  • Emphasize your ability to design and implement new features in VNF infrastructure
    — “Designing new features and adopting new technologies on different components of the VNF infrastructure”
  • Showcase your skills in Linux CLI and automation for system administration tasks
    — “Experience with Linux system administration and automation”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Developed and supported high-performance Virtual Network Functions (VNF) using Golang and Kubernetes
  • Designed new features and adopted new technologies on VNF infrastructure
  • Deployed and operated VNF workloads on Kubernetes
Typical background
Experience in backend software developmentProficiency in Golang and Kubernetes

Skills & requirements

Required

GoKubernetesTcp/ipOpen VswitchOpenflowVxlanVRFEbpfLinux System AdministrationGNU ToolchainGitLinux CLI

Preferred

Ai-assisted DevelopmentQemu/kvmVPPDPDK

Stack & domain

GoC/c++KubernetesTcp/ipOpen VswitchOpenflowVxlanVRFEbpfCloud EnvironmentsVirtualization TechnologiesQemu/kvmGNU ToolchainGitLinux CLILinux System AdministrationAutomationCKA (certified Kubernetes Administrator)

About the role

Original posting from IONOS EN via Greenhouse

About IONOS

At IONOS, we don't just manage servers – we shape the digital future for more than 6.2 million customers worldwide with our solutions. As Europe's leading hosting provider and a pioneer in independent cloud solutions, we are building next-generation infrastructure – from sovereign cloud architectures and high-performance GPU clusters to integrated AI automation tools.

What drives us is digital sovereignty for Europe and real impact for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) as well as large enterprises. We work in agile teams, rely on transparent structures, and believe that excellence and innovation only emerge through true team spirit.

Ready for your next step? Become part of IONOS and grow with us.

The IONOS Cloud VNF Development team is seeking a highly motivated and experienced software engineer.

The VNF Development team designs, develops and maintains the Virtual Network Functions (VNF) behind IONOS Cloud's network offerings. These products serve both our external customers and other internal IONOS teams. We build our VNFs in Golang and run them on Kubernetes, so the team works across the whole lifecycle: architecture, implementation, deployment and day-to-day operations. As part of the team, you'll play a crucial role in shaping and running these products.

We are looking for someone to join our team and work with us on providing the best VNF products possible.

Tasks

Developing and supporting our multiple modern, scalable and high-performance Virtual Network Functions (VNF) offerings of IONOS Cloud using a range of diverse technologies.

Designing new features and adopting new technologies (both hardware and "software defined") on different components of the VNF infrastructure.

Writing, testing and reviewing Golang services for our VNFs, using AI-assisted tooling as part of your daily development workflow.

Deploying, operating and troubleshooting VNF workloads on Kubernetes, including cluster operations, upgrades, monitoring and debugging network issues in production.

Cooperating with other teams to ensure the smooth integration of new Virtual Network Functions with different IONOS products.

Qualification

Proficiency in Golang and/or C/C++, including AI-assisted development.

Hands-on experience with Kubernetes architecture and operations; knowledge aligned with CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator) principles.

Knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol family and networking technologies such as Open vSwitch, OpenFlow, VXLAN, VRF and eBPF.

Experience with cloud environments and virtualization technologies like QEMU/KVM.

Experience with the GNU toolchain (gcc, gdb, make, etc.), git and the Linux CLI.

Experience with Linux system administration and automation.

Nice to have: Linux kernel networking internals, VPP and DPDK.

Benefits

Hybrid working model.

Flexible working hours through trust-based working hours.

At some locations a subsidized canteen and various free drinks.

Modern office space with very good transport connections.

Various employee discounts for activities and products.

Employee events such as summer and winter parties, as well as workshops.

Numerous training and development opportunities.

Various health offers, such as sports and health courses.

Application Note

We value diversity and welcome all applications – regardless of, for example, gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity, physical characteristics, marital status or any other irrelevant factor subject to applicable law.

Source: IONOS EN careers (Greenhouse)

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