{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b715ea702c72ee29bac77438","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b715ea702c72ee29bac77438","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b715ea702c72ee29bac77438","title":"Software Development Engineer","description":"Benefits:\n\n401(k)\nCompetitive salary\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nPaid time off\nVision insurance\n\nSoftware Development Engineer\n\nSummary:\n\nSalient Global Technologies CORP is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join our innovative team in Dallas, Texas. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in the software development life cycle, 5G network architecture, and API design for Deep Packet Inspection (DPI).\n\nThis position requires a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field. Candidates with U.S.-based degrees are strongly preferred; however, foreign equivalent degrees that meet U.S. educational standards will also be accepted.\n\nApplicants must have at least two (2) years of experience in software development, programming in C and Python, working with CI/CD pipelines, and developing in cloud environments such as AWS.\n\nLocation:\n\nFull-Time (40 hours per week) | Monday–Friday\nLocation: Dallas, Texas\nApplicants must be authorized to work in the United States.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nAnalyze call flows between 5G Network Elements (e.g., gNB, AMF, SMF, UPF, NRF) to determine Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) API requirements.\n\nDefine software requirements and Level of Effort (LOE) for API development based on call flow analysis.\n\nDesign and develop Packet Dissectors for 5G protocol analysis.\n\nDesign, develop, modify, and document DPI APIs using C, Python, and LUA programming languages.\n\nDevelop and execute testing frameworks to validate API functionality and performance.\n\nModify and optimize existing software to correct errors, support new protocols and hardware, and enhance performance. Prepare and maintain project documentation, including specifications, progress reports, and technical analyses. Collaborate with end users, software engineers, systems architects, and project managers to ensure successful solution delivery.\nUtilize source control and project management tools such as Git, Jira, and Confluence.\n\nConfigure and manage network elements including Brocade TAP, Juniper, and Cisco routers.\n\nInstall, manage, and troubleshoot 5G VNF and CNF elements within OpenStack and OpenShift environments.\n\nConfigure 5G Radio Elements (RRU, BBU, gNB, UPF) for packet capture readiness.\n\nConfigure and debug User Equipment (UEs) for packet capture using QxDM and XCAL.\n\nCreate high-level call flow and architecture diagrams in collaboration with Systems Architects.\n\nAutomate data capture, testing, and build deployments to streamline engineering operations.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\nMaster’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.\n\nU.S.-based degree strongly preferred; foreign equivalent degrees meeting U.S. standards will also be considered.\n\nMinimum of two (2) years of professional experience in software development, including:\n\nProgramming in C and Python\n\nDeveloping APIs and implementing CI/CD pipelines\n\nWorking within cloud environments (e.g., AWS)\n\nHands-on experience with LTE/5G network architecture and protocol analysis\n\nPreferred Skills:\n\nProficiency with LUA scripting and automation frameworks.\n\nExperience with OpenStack and OpenShift deployments.\n\nFamiliarity with network packet analysis tools and 5G protocol layers.\n\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.\nExcellent collaboration skills and ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and operations teams.","company":"Salient Global Technologies","rawCompany":"salient global technologies","city":"Dallas","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:23:47.539Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1251.00","title":"Computer Programmers","slug":"computer-programmers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Software Development Engineer","description":"Benefits:\n\n401(k)\nCompetitive salary\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nPaid time off\nVision insurance\n\nSoftware Development Engineer\n\nSummary:\n\nSalient Global Technologies CORP is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join our innovative team in Dallas, Texas. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in the software development life cycle, 5G network architecture, and API design for Deep Packet Inspection (DPI).\n\nThis position requires a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field. Candidates with U.S.-based degrees are strongly preferred; however, foreign equivalent degrees that meet U.S. educational standards will also be accepted.\n\nApplicants must have at least two (2) years of experience in software development, programming in C and Python, working with CI/CD pipelines, and developing in cloud environments such as AWS.\n\nLocation:\n\nFull-Time (40 hours per week) | Monday–Friday\nLocation: Dallas, Texas\nApplicants must be authorized to work in the United States.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nAnalyze call flows between 5G Network Elements (e.g., gNB, AMF, SMF, UPF, NRF) to determine Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) API requirements.\n\nDefine software requirements and Level of Effort (LOE) for API development based on call flow analysis.\n\nDesign and develop Packet Dissectors for 5G protocol analysis.\n\nDesign, develop, modify, and document DPI APIs using C, Python, and LUA programming languages.\n\nDevelop and execute testing frameworks to validate API functionality and performance.\n\nModify and optimize existing software to correct errors, support new protocols and hardware, and enhance performance. 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Collaborate with end users, software engineers, systems architects, and project managers to ensure successful solution delivery.\nUtilize source control and project management tools such as Git, Jira, and Confluence.\n\nConfigure and manage network elements including Brocade TAP, Juniper, and Cisco routers.\n\nInstall, manage, and troubleshoot 5G VNF and CNF elements within OpenStack and OpenShift environments.\n\nConfigure 5G Radio Elements (RRU, BBU, gNB, UPF) for packet capture readiness.\n\nConfigure and debug User Equipment (UEs) for packet capture using QxDM and XCAL.\n\nCreate high-level call flow and architecture diagrams in collaboration with Systems Architects.\n\nAutomate data capture, testing, and build deployments to streamline engineering operations.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\nMaster’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.\n\nU.S.-based degree strongly preferred; foreign equivalent degrees meeting U.S. standards will also be considered.\n\nMinimum of two (2) years of professional experience in software development, including:\n\nProgramming in C and Python\n\nDeveloping APIs and implementing CI/CD pipelines\n\nWorking within cloud environments (e.g., AWS)\n\nHands-on experience with LTE/5G network architecture and protocol analysis\n\nPreferred Skills:\n\nProficiency with LUA scripting and automation frameworks.\n\nExperience with OpenStack and OpenShift deployments.\n\nFamiliarity with network packet analysis tools and 5G protocol layers.\n\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.\nExcellent collaboration skills and ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and operations teams.","datePosted":"2026-04-14T10:23:47.539Z","dateModified":"2026-04-14T10:23:47.539Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Salient Global Technologies","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Dallas","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"b715ea702c72ee29bac77438"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b715ea702c72ee29bac77438"}}