SonicWall is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to design and enhance security features for our Next Generation firewall and malware sandboxing products. You will join us during a dynamic phase as an independent private company, working in a cohesive world-class team on critical network security technology.

What You'll Do

Design and enhance SonicWall's Reassembly-Free Deep Packet Inspection engine.
Design and implement Intrusion Prevention, Gateway Anti-Virus, and related features for the Next Generation firewall.
Design and implement SonicOS Capture ATP malware sandboxing features.
Maintain and document code using source control systems and other tools.

What We're Looking For

10+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, or equivalent.
Fluent in C and skilled in coding various data structures and algorithms in C.
Solid background in TCP/IP networking.
Strong background in either Unix or Linux systems.
Persuasive written and verbal communication skills, including critical reading, listening, and reasoning.
Creative problem solving, software testing, and debugging capabilities.
Be a self-starter, motivated to work independently to deliver towards team goals.

Nice to Have

Post-Graduate Degree holders are preferred and encouraged to apply.
Strong knowledge of Layer 3 through Layer 7 protocols (HTTP, SMTP, POP, IMAP, FTP, TLS, SSH, etc.).
Experience with firewalls and embedded development environments.
Knowledge of pattern matching or compression algorithms.
Experience working with state machines and computation theory.

Technical Stack

C
TCP/IP
Unix
Linux
Layer 3-7 protocols (HTTP, SMTP, POP, IMAP, FTP, TLS, SSH)

Team & Environment

You will be part of a cohesive world-class team operating in a fast-paced, dynamic, and fulfilling work environment.

Work Mode

This is a hybrid position based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.

SonicWall is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.