Principal C/C++ Linux Software Engineer, SonicWall
3+ days a week in office (Milpitas, CA)
Network security solutions
Job no longer available
Network security solutions
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
3+ days a week in office (Milpitas, CA)
1001+ employees
Company mission
To provide companies with technology that is as affordable as it is effective.
Role
Who you are
- 12–15 years of experience with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science
- Graduate degree holders are preferred and encouraged to apply
- Fluent in C and able to code various data structures and algorithms with it
- Fluent in C++, strong experience in ASIO, Beast, and the Boost suite of libraries
- Solid background in TCP/IP and UDP networking and must have experience designing and implementing both kinds of servers
- Strong background in Linux systems both as a user and as an administrator
- Must have experience in virtualization technologies as demonstrated by expertise in platforms such as docker and other container development tools
- Persuasive written and verbal communication (includes critical reading, listening, and reasoning)
- Creative problem solving, software testing, and debugging capabilities
- Be a self-starter, and motivated to work independently to deliver towards team goals
- To be successful, you need to be extremely organized, willing to learn, able to multi-task in a high/low volume environment and manage competing priorities
Desirable
- Experience running and maintaining Internet facing servers
What the job involves
- Design and enhance SonicWall’s high-performance TCP and UDP servers
- Maintain and document code using source control systems and other tools
- Work with various teams such as PM, QA, IT, etc., to deliver on business objectives
Our take
As workplaces become more distributed, and cyberattacks get smarter and more frequent, companies require more robust cybersecurity systems to protect themselves and their customers. SonicWall offers next-gen firewalls and cybersecurity solutions for hyper-distributed spaces, to allow businesses across industries to protect their vital infrastructure and data.
SonicWall was founded in 1991, and has continuously delivered internet security solutions and appliances for the evolving digital world. Its products can stop targeted cyberattacks and manage remote workforce access, as well as facilitate secure cloud adoption, zero-trust security, and more. In addition, the company publishes the world’s most quoted ransomware threat intelligence in the SonicWall Cyber Threat Report.
SonicWall has been awarded the CRN Annual Report Card Award for Enterprise Network Security, showing that it is a top technology vendor in its field. The company continues to improve its products, with several recent and future releases contributing to enhancing the protections it offers.
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Insights
3% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Educational Assistance: we enhance formal training with individualized development programs, mentoring, networking, stretch assignments and growth opportunities
- Time to Recharge: with paid time off, ample holidays and a great work-life balance, our employees have the time they need to rest and come back with new and fresh ideas
- Rewards for Your Achievements: long and short-term incentive programs reward your achievements both this year and down the road
- The Ability to Make a Difference: our community efforts, charity drives and other involvement programs allow us to work towards a better world together
- Wellness Programs That Support the Whole You: we put employee health and wellness first because it is essential for the health of our business
Company HQ
Milpitas, CA
Leadership
Paul J. Ilse
(CEO)Joined FPO in 2015 and continues to support the firm’s portfolio companies while leading SonicWall’s next phase of growth. Serves on the boards of Follett School Solutions, QGenda, and VitalSource, and has previously served on the boards of Discovery Education, NMI, ClickSoftware, BluJay Solutions, 2Checkout, and HealthcareSource.
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