Job Description:
Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a AI Network Software Engineer (f/m) to join our Technology & Innovation Lab department based in Boulogne-Billancourt (Paris), France.
You will join an innovation and engineering team working on the design, development, and evolution of advanced networking solutions.
The position offers the opportunity to engage with modern networking paradigms, contribute to technically challenging projects, and participate in the evolution of next-generation network architectures.
The position focuses on IP networks and Software-Defined Networking (SDN), with a strong emphasis on software-based approaches to network control, automation, and programmability.
How we care for you:
Financial rewards: Attractive salary, agreements on success and profit sharing schemes, employee savings plan abounded by Airbus and employee stock purchase plan on a voluntary basis.
Work / Life Balance: Extra days-off for special occasions, holiday transfer option, a Staff council offering many social, cultural and sport activities and other services.
Wellbeing / Health: Complementary health insurance coverage (disability, invalidity, death). Depending on the site: health services center, concierge services, gym, carpooling application.
Individual development: Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to +10.000 e-learning courses to develop your employability, certifications, expert career path, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility.
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Your challenges:
Contributing to the design and evolution of IP and Software-Defined Networking (SDN) architectures, including control, management, and data-plane aspects
Developing software components related to network control, automation, and orchestration (e.g. SDN controllers, VNFs, network services, APIs, tooling)
Defining test scenarios and validation strategies for network and SDN solutions, including functional and performance testing
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (Machine Learning, networking, software, systems) to prototype and evaluate innovative networking concepts
Producing technical documentation related to architecture choices, implementations, and validation results
Participating in technical reviews, demonstrations, and presentations of developed solutions
Participating in the creation of intellectual property and its dissemination through patents and/or publications.
Your profile:
Min 5 years of professional experience
Strong understanding of IP networking concepts, including protocols, routing, switching, and traffic engineering
Solid knowledge of Software-Defined Networking (SDN) concepts and architectures
Experience with software-based networking technologies and frameworks (e.g. SDN controllers, network virtualization, NFV, VNF/CNF)
Strong software development skills and understanding of software design and architecture principles
Some experience with servers (e.g. Dell, HP) and firewall configuration (e.g. Juniper, Cisco) would be a plus
Basic understanding of Machine Learning would be a plus
Python, Java, C/C++, Rust, Bash
Operating systems: Linux (Debian, RHEL, Ubuntu, ...)
Virtualization / Containerization: Docker, Podman, Kubernetes
Networking tools and technologies: network emulation or simulation tools (e.g. ContainerLab, mininet), ONOS, OpenDayLight, TeraflowSDN, OpenFlow, P4, gRPC, REST
Version control / CI: Git, continuous integration pipelines
Autonomy, rigor, and strong analytical skills
Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
Strong interest in innovative and programmable networking technologies.
This position requires a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities.
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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus Defence and Space SASEmployment Type:
Permanent-------
Classe Emploi (France): Classe G13Experience Level:
ProfessionalJob Family:
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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [email protected].
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Skills Required
- Minimum 5 years professional experience
- Strong understanding of IP networking concepts (protocols, routing, switching, traffic engineering)
- Solid knowledge of Software-Defined Networking (SDN) concepts and architectures
- Experience with software-based networking technologies and frameworks (SDN controllers, network virtualization, NFV, VNF/CNF)
- Strong software development skills and understanding of software design and architecture principles
- Programming languages: Python, Java, C/C++, Rust, Bash
- Operating systems: Linux (Debian, RHEL, Ubuntu, ...)
- Virtualization / Containerization: Docker, Podman, Kubernetes
- Networking tools and technologies: ContainerLab, mininet, ONOS, OpenDayLight, TeraflowSDN, OpenFlow, P4, gRPC, REST
- Version control and CI: Git and continuous integration pipelines
- Security clearance required or eligibility for clearance by recognized authorities
- Some experience with servers (Dell, HP) and firewall configuration (Juniper, Cisco)
- Basic understanding of Machine Learning
- Autonomy, rigor, and strong analytical skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
- Strong interest in innovative and programmable networking technologies
Airbus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive in several locations, including medical, dental, and vision options available from day one in the U.S. Access to life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance/wellbeing support adds breadth to the health offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is framed as a meaningful part of the package through plans such as a 401(k) with company matching in the U.S. These programs strengthen long-term financial security beyond base wages.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as generous in some settings, including vacation availability from day one and extended holiday coverage. Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options further increase the perceived value of time-related benefits.
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What We Do
Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2020, it generated revenues of €49.9 billion and employed a workforce of around 130,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry and a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We believe that it’s not just what we make, but how we make it that counts; promoting responsible, sustainable and inclusive business practices and acting with integrity. Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place, on the ground, in the sky and in space.
