Many of you have seen this already — Cisco Systems announced yesterday that they are acquiring us! As a few news analysts have mentioned already, it’s a great fit on both sides.
It is similar to a real estate transaction in process - documents are signed, and now it’s time to wait for legal close. Cisco is known far and wide for effective integration of acquired companies, so this should be a smooth process to get us all transitioned under. As the press release states, we’ll be staying in Seattle, and will be part of Linksys, a Division of Cisco, who I’ve had a great relationship working with in the past - so this should be easy personally, both for me and my team.
Full details can be found at: http://newsroom.cisco.com/dlls/2008/corp_072308.html
SAN JOSE, Calif. - July 23, 2008 - Cisco today announced its intent to purchase privately held Pure Networks, a Seattle-based leader in home networking-management software and tools. Pure Networks’ home networking-management solution allows users to easily set up and manage a home network and connect a range of devices, applications and services within a home.
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Jeff, one of my co-workers at Pure Networks, along with his wife, Lisa, live around the corner from us. They adopted a dog, Dolce, just a little before we adopted Molly - in fact, it was them mentioning it that got us really thinking that it was time for a dog in our lives. Conveniently, they also found us the obedience class to take - also, just across the street. After we put in the fence, they’ve been coming over frequently to let the dogs run around, play, and, most importantly, get out lots of energy. Dolce definitely is the more aggressive one - Molly tends to lay down and just take whatever Dolce gives her… It has been very nice having them around - the dogs like each other a lot - another reason why putting this fence in has been a great decision for us.
Here’s a video of them playing - as usual, you might need to visit the actual blog article to see it.
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I had my one month follow-up appointment with my neurosurgeon on Tuesday - got told again: “gold star for recovery” so far! They are very happy with my progress, and gave me clearance to start physical therapy, allowed to take baths/start walking in pools, increasing weight I can lift, doing a bit more, and increasing amount of time sitting. Still no dog-walking, vacuuming, dishes, lawn-mowing, or most laundry for another month or two though - too much strain when being pulled, turning, and bending over. I am so far 100% happy that I went through with the surgery - I am so much better off than I was with the back and leg pain from the get-go.
So all week, I have been working on the amount of time I can sit at once at a chair, while just getting up to walk around every 15 minutes or so, but avoiding major laying-down sessions (which always relieves the pain around the incision spot).
I’ve been able to improve quite a bit, so following doctor’s suggestion, I am going to start going into office today, finally. I’ve been working at home full-time, but for next week or so, I am going to switch to half-days in office, half-days at home, with physical therapy 2x a week as well. That way, I continue to push towards getting back to “normal” (which may take 3 months or so to fully feel), can continue to be productive at work, yet still provide my back some down time by taking advantage of the comforts of working from home, while at the same time having face-time to work with my team and others. My body will tell me when it’s ready for full-time days. Hopefully soon, but the doc did caution me to take it slow and steady.
I am excited to get back - it’s been a long path of pain and recovery!
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E-mail I just sent to work:
“Hey All…
Just a quick update on my status.
Recovery is continuing to go well, and I am now able to sit long enough to make it worthwhile to start working from home again (so I can work from both chair and laying flat as needed, as too much sitting is still not good for me). Trust me, I am getting bored not working :)
As such, my plan is:
1) I am going to come into office for an hour this morning to catch up with everyone, and to figure out where all of the projects are at (so I know where to focus on for working from home)
2) I’ll be working from home starting today, until at least July 8th (next Tuesday), when I have my one-month followup with the neurosurgeon. I’ll know more about my medical clearance to work from office once I meet with him.
3) I’ll be available via phone and email while I am at home. Feel free to call me for anything needed and to call me into any meetings I am needed at.See you this morning!
- Aaron”
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We’re Hiring! I am currently looking for a few openings for my team at Pure Networks and wanted to spread the word - we’re a great place to work, and are really making good traction. I’d love to hear from you if you are interested… let me know! (We also have non-dev positions open - checkout http://www.purenetworks.com/aboutus/careers.php for more)
Senior Software Design Engineer
Founded in 2002, Seattle-based Pure Networks leads the rapidly growing wireless home network management market by providing next generation networking software that is uncomplicated, powerful and flexible and ensures all members of the value chain benefit from a connected world.
• We empower consumers and small business owners with software like our award winning Network Magic that helps them setup, secure and troubleshoot network issues quickly and easily.
• We help OEMs deliver products that connect easily to a home or small office network and provide solutions that help them better understand and service their customers.
• We enable broadband providers to cost effectively support their customers and prove tools for developing and delivering new services into the home.
Just as an Internet connection is fundamental to a connected experience, so is a reliable home or small office network. Pure Networks plays a leading role in making the digital lifestyle a reality.
Pure Networks offers a competitive benefits package, including: medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), life insurance, vacation, and paid holidays.JOB DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS
As an experienced Software Engineer, you will design and implement advanced Windows-based components of Pure Networks’ product line. You will become intimately familiar with Home Networking devices such as gateways, wireless access points and switches – play with cool consumer electronic gadgets such as network attached storage and media adaptors.
Candidates must be proficient in C / C++ however, experience with C# or Objective-C is a plus. You must also have experience with Windows design principles and related API’s (Win32, ATL, etc). You will also be very familiar with TCP/IP and networking protocols.
• 5 plus years of experience in software development using C++, COM and Win32.
• Experience with the following is a strong plus: MSHTML DOM, TCP/IP, ATL, Object Model/API Design.
• Have been a key contributor in shipping one or more versions of a world-class software product.
• Strong background in Windows networking.
• Understand how to secure applications and network connections.
• Very strong design and implementation skills are critical.
• Strong self starter with a track record of success in the software industry.
• Prior startup experience highly desirable.
• Great interpersonal, team building, conflict resolution, organizational and motivational skills;
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal including strong presentation skills.
• BS in computer science, electrical engineering, math or physics; MS a significant plus.
Software Design Engineer - Entry Level
Pure Networks is looking for developer, devoted to building world-class software, and motivated to get real world experience in an exciting software environment. If you are passionate about writing high-quality, performant code and eager to learn from a team of industry veterans, then you’re the developer we want to talk to. As a Software Design Engineer you’ll be given huge responsibilities as you’ll be designing and implementing advanced Windows/Mac based components of Pure Networks‘ product line by developing and building code.
Candidates should have strong experience using C++ and Windows design principles. You will also be very familiar with TCP/IP and networking protocols. You must be responsive, flexible and adapt easily to changing requirements and tight time frames. You have a desire to code and build features, while gaining experience and knowledge from our veteran staff of Software Engineers.
- 1-3 years of industry experience
- Strong attention to detail and ability to master new technologies quickly
- Must be proficient in C, C++ and/or Objective-C
- Good understanding of object oriented programming
- Background in computer networking is desired
- Have worked on a variety of school or personal projects that used your CS and coding skills
- Strong self starter with a track record of success in academia with a BS in computer science or electrical engineering