Our client, an enterprise network security company, is looking for a C++ Developer to join their team in Reston! This is a 12-month contract to hire opportunity The C++ Developer will be responsible for utilizing expertise in systems software to develop and test, and support infrastructure components for use by various client products. What You Will Be Doing:Provide hands-on implementation including requirements analysis, system and software design, coding and technical leadership of high-profile, custom developed, highly available production applications. Port functionality of Linux network kernel capabilities into a fast-path version using DPDK Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable C++ code Implement performance and quality modules Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to these problems Required Skills & Experience:BS or MS in Computer Science or related field 5+ years of Software Engineering experience in C/C++ Deep understanding and experience with network protocols: Ethernet, TCP/IP Experience with Ethernet NIC Drivers and/or DPDK Linux Kernel Development within Networking & Memory Management Familiarity with routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP