Job Opportunity: Network Development Engineer in the Telecommunications Industry

Are you a passionate developer with a strong background in networking and a knack for tackling complex challenges? Join our dynamic team at Travelping and be at the forefront of shaping the future of network solutions. We’re seeking an experienced developer to contribute their expertise in C programming and Linux networking to our cutting-edge projects. If you’re excited about pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in telecommunications, read on!

About us

Travelping is a forward-thinking tech company specializing in the telecommunications sector. With deep expertise in telecommunication technologies, we’re at the forefront of driving change and progress in this industry. Our mission is to revolutionize how the world connects, communicates, and collaborates, and our team is made up of passionate individuals who thrive on collaboration and innovation. We’re proud to work on projects that shape the future of telecommunications, and we’re looking for exceptional individuals to join us on this exciting journey. Travelping is a software company founded in 2004, headquartered in Magdeburg, Germany. Our international team works remotely in various countries around the world.

Requirements

• Strong experience in C programming, with a proven track record of developing efficient and reliable code.
• Profound knowledge of Linux networking, with the ability to navigate and troubleshoot networking issues effectively.
• In-depth understanding of network protocols such as TCP/IP, IPv6, routing, NAT, VXLAN, and DNS.
• Familiarity with network troubleshooting tools, including Wireshark and tcpdump.
• Hands-on experience with FD.io VPP (Vector Packet Processing) as an advanced user, preferably with involvement in VPP code-base development.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with Cloud Native technology stack, including containers, Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, operators, and monitoring.
• Proficiency in coding with Golang and Python, enabling you to develop versatile and efficient applications.
• Experience with 3GPP telecommunication technologies, particularly in areas like RADIUS, Diameter, and GTP tunneling.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of the FPP-VPP and UPG-VPP open-source projects for 5G/LTE, driving the implementation of new features and addressing bugs.
• Use your debugging skills to resolve issues identified in production environments using UPG-VPP.
• Collaborate with the team to investigate and address challenges in FD.io VPP, enhancing the VPP code base as needed.
• Deploy VPP network functions within Kubernetes test environments, ensuring optimal functionality and performance.
• Develop closed-source Golang applications that manage UPG-VPP deployments, contributing to the comprehensive network solution.

If you’re passionate about networking, possess the required skills, and are eager to contribute to the evolution of telecommunications, we want to hear from you. Join our team at Travelping to build the networks of tomorrow together! Apply at anja.winkelmann(at)travelping.com