[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All AIRBUS jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/airbus/) · [Search jobs](/search/) AIRBUS · Paris Area # AI Network Software Engineer (M/F) Paris Area Software Engineering Listed on AIRBUS’s official careers site. Posted September 30, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on AIRBUS’s careers site →](https://ag.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Airbus/job/Paris-Area/AI-Network-Software-Engineer--M-F-_JR10413397) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [AIRBUS](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/airbus/) / AI Network Software Engineer (M/F) ## Job description ### 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. Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions. Take your career to a new level and apply online now! 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 SAS Employment Type: Permanent ------- Classe Emploi (France): Classe G13 Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Software Engineering By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. 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 emsom@airbus.com. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 30, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 16, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 13, 2026 - Listed for: 89 days - Location: Paris Area[Apply on AIRBUS’s careers site →](https://ag.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Airbus/job/Paris-Area/AI-Network-Software-Engineer--M-F-_JR10413397) ## More jobs at AIRBUS ### [Architecte Devops (F/H)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/airbus/jobs/1d01f678c598bcbac70e/) Paris Area ### [Ingénieur Devops H/F](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/airbus/jobs/032abf98993176194e25/) Paris Area ### [STAGE 2027 - Ingénieur transformation DevOps (H/F)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/airbus/jobs/e130adea255600380eb9/) Paris Area ### [# Rotor System Stress Specialist (m/f)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/airbus/jobs/374ead4b65bde69a6e96/) Paris Area ### [#ET19 Rotor System Blade Innovation and Development Work Package Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/airbus/jobs/ffb0c4128cee5cd5542d/) Paris Area ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Network and Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vodafone/jobs/05b95b4b315b24ba41ac/) Vodafone · Madrid, Spain ### [Network Engineer Product Software Dallas Texas United States](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/equinix/jobs/87ef0a6b0da6069f2afd/) Equinix ### [Embedded Software Development Engineer – Linux & C/C++ & Network Communication](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/390f4df27d9918f7d96b/) Siemens ### [Senior Network Engineer Product Software Dallas Texas United States](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/equinix/jobs/aa58b0717d2ee757e00f/) Equinix ### [Core Network Engineer / Network Solution Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ntt/jobs/c5bd50fdd6cd2e1ee0eb/) NTT · Milan, Italy OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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