The Senior Smart NIC Software Engineer role at Google focuses on developing next-generation technologies for Linux networking. The position requires expertise in software development, particularly in C or C++, and a strong background in Linux kernel development. The engineer will work at the hardware-software boundary to create solutions that enhance Google's infrastructure. This role also involves mentoring junior team members and collaborating with peers on critical projects.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience with software development in C or C++.
• 5 years of experience with Linux kernel development and subsystems maintenance.
• 3 years of experience with developing large-scale infrastructure or distributed systems.
• Experience with Unix/Linux operating systems internals and administration.

• Participate in design reviews with peers and stakeholders to evaluate available technologies.
• Triage product or system issues and debug by analyzing the sources of issues.
• Develop a next-generation PSP security protocol solution for Google networks.
• Implement and execute testable system solutions and conduct validation of hardware units.
• Assist with upstreaming and Linux kernel network development.

• Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.