Avahi
Avahi provides service discovery for local networks using mDNS/DNS-SD.
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Avahi hires remote teams across Global with a flexible approach to remote work. They currently have 1 remote position listed on WorkAnywhere.pro.
About Avahi
Avahi is a technology company that develops open-source software for service discovery on local networks. The company's main product is the Avahi daemon, which implements the mDNS/DNS-SD protocol suite, allowing devices to automatically discover services and hosts on a local network without manual configuration. Typical users include system administrators, developers, and Linux enthusiasts who need seamless network service discovery in home or enterprise environments. Avahi is widely used in Linux-based systems, often integrated into desktop environments like GNOME and KDE for features such as printer discovery and file sharing. The project is community-driven and emphasizes interoperability with Apple's Bonjour protocol. As an open-source project, Avahi does not have a formal remote work policy but relies on a distributed community of contributors worldwide.
Company Culture
Avahi operates as a typical open-source project with a collaborative, community-driven culture. Contributors communicate via mailing lists, bug trackers, and version control systems, working asynchronously across different time zones. The project values technical excellence and adherence to open standards, with discussions focused on code quality and protocol compliance.
Our Values
Open-source collaboration; Adherence to open standards; Technical excellence; Community-driven development; Interoperability; Simplicity and reliability.
Benefits & Perks
As an open-source project, Avahi does not offer traditional employment benefits. Contributors gain experience working on widely-used infrastructure software, build a public portfolio, and participate in a global community. There are no formal perks such as health insurance or equity.