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Senior Staff Engineer, Software Defined Dataplane

Equinix, Inc · Tampa, FL · posted 5 days ago

In short: Senior Staff Engineer, Software Defined Dataplane at Equinix, Inc in Tampa, FL, posted 5 days ago.

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Equinix, Incemployer

Tampa, FLlocation

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5 days agoposted

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The job

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Employer	Equinix, Inc
Location	Tampa, Florida
Field	Technology › Software engineering
Level	Senior Level
Source category	Software Engineering
Posted	2026-11-03 (5 days ago)
Work arrangement	A remote or flexible location is listed
Pay	Not published in the source listing

Job description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where tech thinkers and future builders turn bold ideas into breakthrough experiences, we welcome your unique perspective.

Help us challenge assumptions, uncover bias, and remove barriers-because progress starts with fresh ideas. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, operating 280+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Much of the internet that you know flows through our rapid interconnected network and data centers. Equinix Internet Exchange is the world's largest Internet Exchange while Equinix Fabric has the largest market share in Software Defined Interconnection. Our software defined dataplane engineering team is designing new network service offerings through network-adjacent virtualized compute on our global network which will support Equinix's Digital Interconnection services.

We're looking for a Senior Staff Software Engineer who will be responsible for building easy to operate, reliable and high-performing applications and networking software for our next generation networking platform. As a senior staff engineer, you'll work with the team to build highly scalable and reliable systems. You will participate in software design and operationalization - providing leadership in all aspects of running services across critical and pivotal initiatives. You will focus on building networking services through network-adjacent virtualized compute platforms to deliver network primitives by providing a platform for future cloud-native network software. You will be a key contributor in building and maintaining the components that drive our customers' experience.

This role presents a great opportunity for a passionate senior engineer to make a tangible impact to the future-state technology stack of Equinix' global networks and infrastructure. If you believe in the power of technology to change the world, and if you value creativity, work comfortably in a fast-paced environment and are eager to learn new technologies, we would like to talk to you.

Responsibilities

Software development towards designing an ecosystem of software services to extend Equinix's networking services through a network-adjacent virtualized compute platform
Design and manage networking software services in highly concurrent, scalable, distributed transactional systems
Aligning technical design of software systems with business outcomes to ensure our software services meet customer SLAs
Contribute and lead the team to set up CICD pipelines with solid unit tests and integration tests to help deliver code from commit to deployment in minutes with confidence
Develop an observability strategy for our software services
Work with the team for constant improvement of system performance and scale using system profiling tools and stress testing techniques
Help identify technical debt and drive continual improvement of our software quality
Contribute to next-generation networking proof-of-concept projects in close collaboration with cross functional teams to deliver tangible outcomes that guide new technology investments and implementation decisions to evolve the network technology stack
Partner with support and operations teams to ensure proper operationalization and support of our software in Production
Drive a culture of innovation, excellence & collaboration with other business functions
Participate in designing and improving incident management processes and collaborating with the team in troubleshooting strategies and fixing production issues in a timely manner
Participate in an on-call rotation (when we get software into Production)

Qualifications

7-10 years experience in software development, preferably building & operating highly reliable distributed systems
Bachelor's/Master's degree in computer science or relevant engineering field or equivalent industry experience
Experience in building software defined multi-tenant networking platforms at scale using cloud-native networking technologies and ecosystems
Deep understanding of L2/L3 networking protocols and concepts (BGP, EVP-LAN, IPSEC, etc)
Experience in working with network management protocols: gRPC, Netconf
Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies: Docker, Kubernetes, or other open-source alternatives
Experience with public cloud (AWS, GCP, Azure) services and technologies
Expertise in automating deployments of applications into Kubernetes on x86 deployments
Experience with open source and networking technologies, ecosystems, communities and industry forums such the Linux Foundation
Good understanding of application development stack
Substantive track record with Golang programming language
Experience in leading and mentoring a team of developers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software
Excellent writing and verbal communications skills from engineering to executive

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 136,000 - 204,000 USD / Annual

United States - Redwood City Office GHQ : 163,000 - 245,000 USD / Annual

United States - Tampa Office TAO : 136,000 - 204,000 USD / Annual

United States - New York City Office NYO1 : 150,000 - 224,000 USD / Annual

Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 131,000 - 181,000 CAD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we're providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you'll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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The city

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How Tampa compares. Among the 120 largest places in Florida, Tampa is #3 by population, #20 for remote work (#1 = most), #100 for homeownership (#1 = highest), #24 for college degrees (#1 = most). Its county, Hillsborough County, is #3 of 67 counties for average pay ($75,256).

The place in numbers

Tampa has 401,618 residents (ACS 2020–2024), about 1.8% of the population of Florida. It covers 114 square miles of land, which works out to roughly 3,508 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9, 16% younger than the state median (35.9 against 42.6).

Housing

The median gross rent is $1,701 a month (rent plus utilities), about the same as the state median ($1,701 against $1,669). Over a year that is 27.0% of the median household income. US housing guidance treats housing as affordable when it takes 30% of income or less, so the typical household is under that line. The median home value is $420,400, which is 5.6 times the median household income ($75,475); a ratio above 5 usually means buying is out of reach without savings or a second income. 50.3% of households own their home, 26% below the state average (50.3% against 67.6%). A low ownership share points to a rental-heavy market with more apartments and shorter stays.

Work and pay

The Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metropolitan area has 1,447,120 jobs in the BLS wage survey, and the median pay across all occupations is $48,940 a year, 4% below the national median ($48,940 against $50,980). The biggest occupation groups are office and administrative support (185,560 jobs, median $45,800); sales and related (147,430 jobs, median $37,540); food preparation and serving related (138,090 jobs, median $34,840). The area is most specialised in legal (1.4 times) and business and financial operations (1.2 times), where the share of workers is above the national share. The best-paying groups with at least 5,000 jobs are management ($117,690) and computer and mathematical ($101,730). In 2026M09 the unemployment rate of Hillsborough County was 4.3%. 66.1% of residents aged 16 and over are in the labour force. The city lies in Hillsborough County; its jobs, pay by industry and GDP are on the county page.

Getting around

Among workers, 63.4% drive alone, 1.3% use public transit, 2.2% walk, 22.0% work from home. 12.5% of workers commute 45 minutes or more, 31% below the state average (12.5% against 18.1%). Remote work is more common than in the state as a whole, which widens the set of employers a resident can work for without moving.

People and education

45.7% of adults aged 25 and over hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the state share (45.7% against 34.1%). 19.4% of residents were born outside the United States, 11% below the state share (19.4% against 21.9%). The poverty rate is 15.4%, 23% above the state rate (15.4% against 12.6%).

Climate

The warmest month is Jul, averaging 82°F (27.8°C), and the coolest is Jan at 59°F (15.2°C). About 1,440 mm (57 inches) of precipitation falls in a year; Aug is the wettest month (252 mm) and Nov the driest (49 mm). These values come from NASA satellite-based climatology on a grid of about 50 km, so they describe the wider area, not a weather station in the city.

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Where to live

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Place ⇅	Distance from the job city ⇅	Median rent ⇅	Median home value ⇅	Median household income ⇅	Commute 45+ min ⇅	Rent as % of occupation pay ⇅	Open jobs there ⇅
Tampa, FL	0 mi	$1,701	$420,400	$75,475	12.5%	n/a	Jobs
Carrollwood, FL	6 mi	$1,715	$384,600	$81,959	14.9%	n/a	—
Town 'n' Country, FL	7 mi	$1,734	$337,100	$73,538	17.1%	n/a	—
University, FL	8 mi	$1,295	$164,900	$37,207	16.0%	n/a	—
Brandon, FL	11 mi	$1,784	$339,000	$79,685	17.6%	n/a	—
Riverview, FL	15 mi	$2,002	$384,200	$100,438	30.8%	n/a	—
Valrico, FL	16 mi	$1,937	$393,700	$104,839	23.2%	n/a	—
Pinellas Park, FL	16 mi	$1,631	$278,900	$63,432	8.4%	n/a	—
Land O' Lakes, FL	17 mi	$2,045	$377,400	$98,568	21.8%	n/a	—
St. Petersburg, FL	17 mi	$1,663	$371,100	$75,192	13.6%	n/a	Jobs
Clearwater, FL	18 mi	$1,658	$361,300	$66,381	9.8%	n/a	Jobs
Largo, FL	18 mi	$1,618	$229,100	$62,096	11.7%	n/a	—
Palm Harbor, FL	19 mi	$1,806	$405,300	$78,935	16.4%	n/a	—
Wesley Chapel, FL	19 mi	$2,100	$403,700	$107,504	26.2%	n/a	—
Dunedin, FL	20 mi	$1,675	$396,000	$74,477	11.6%	n/a	—
Plant City, FL	22 mi	$1,409	$291,800	$67,439	18.9%	n/a	—
Lakeland, FL	33 mi	$1,395	$249,400	$64,185	12.9%	n/a	Jobs
Bradenton, FL	34 mi	$1,618	$309,400	$60,822	14.0%	n/a	—
Spring Hill, FL	35 mi	$1,440	$288,500	$68,432	25.3%	n/a	—
Lakewood Ranch, FL	38 mi	$2,299	$678,200	$122,925	18.3%	n/a	—

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Distances

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Jacksonville, FL	171 mi	977,670
Charlotte, NC	509 mi	903,844
Houston, TX	791 mi	2,328,253
Columbus, OH	831 mi	914,802
Indianapolis, IN	842 mi	885,860
Dallas, TX	913 mi	1,307,930
Philadelphia, PA	931 mi	1,579,706
Austin, TX	935 mi	979,539
Fort Worth, TX	946 mi	963,194
San Antonio, TX	977 mi	1,479,835
Chicago, IL	1,002 mi	2,711,226
New York, NY	1,002 mi	8,483,844
Oklahoma City, OK	1,022 mi	697,125
Denver, CO	1,515 mi	718,877
Phoenix, AZ	1,793 mi	1,642,323
San Diego, CA	2,083 mi	1,389,526
Los Angeles, CA	2,157 mi	3,857,263
San Jose, CA	2,359 mi	990,138
San Francisco, CA	2,428 mi	830,235
Seattle, WA	2,525 mi	754,195

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Sebring, FL	72 mi	3
Orlando, FL	81 mi	137

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