Principal Software Engineer SD-WAN
Core
Technical leader and chief architect for next-generation secure SD-WAN solutions, defining strategy for scalable, high-performance networking products.
Role type
Principal Software Engineer (Secure Networking/SD-WAN)
Builds
Secure SD-WAN products (site-to-site and remote access solutions) for enterprise environments
Domain
Networking, Cybersecurity, Embedded Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Secure networking architecture, Linux kernel development, High-performance networking frameworks (DPDK, VPP, eBPF), Cryptographic protocols (IPSec, TLS, SSL), Hardware crypto acceleration (Intel QAT, AES-NI), C/C++ system-level programming, Security vulnerability analysis (CVEs), Penetration testing lifecycle management
Preferred skills
Quantum-safe cryptography, NextGen Firewall/IDS/IPS development, SD-WAN for service provider markets
Technologies
DPDK, VPP, eBPF, OpenSSL, Intel QAT, AES-NI, StrongSwan, Libreswan, OpenVPN, WireGuard, IKEv2
Responsibilities
Lead architecture and design of secure SD-WAN products; Drive performance optimization using high-speed frameworks; Provide hands-on technical leadership and mentorship; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements; Research and integrate emerging security technologies; Troubleshoot complex networking and security issues; Manage secure development lifecycle including penetration testing and CVE remediation; Handle customer escalations related to security issues
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
