Senior Software Engineer – C or C++ | SSL/TLS experience

For more than 30 years, SonicWall  has delivered a partner-first unified cybersecurity portfolio that helps SMBs, MSPs, and IT teams consolidate network security, endpoint security, security service edge (SSE), and threat response across hybrid environments. By bringing connected technology, real-time threat intelligence, automation, and expert services together, SonicWall helps organizations simplify security operations, achieve better security outcomes, and lower total cost of ownership. Backed by a global ecosystem of more than 17,000 partners, SonicWall delivers enterprise-grade protection built for SMB and mid-market realities. 

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Responsibilities:

• Design and develop  control-plane and system services for a firewall platform, operating above the networking dataplane (OSI Layer 3+).
• Build and maintain  management interfaces and APIs, including configuration frameworks, CLI, secure access (SSH), logging, and diagnostics.
• Implement  security services such as authentication (SAML), guest access, SSL/TLS handling, and certificate lifecycle management.
• Develop embedded services for content filtering, including URL categorization, reputation, and rating systems, along with SNMP/telemetry support.
• Lead efforts in  licensing systems, vulnerability remediation, and secure architecture in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience in C/C++ systems development for embedded platforms, security appliances, or network operating systems.
• Strong hands-on expertise with  configuration frameworks, service APIs, CLI development, logging systems, and secure remote access (SSH).
• Solid understanding of L3-L7 networking and security concepts, including SSL/TLS, authentication, identity federation, and PKI.
• Experience with  certificate management, license enforcement frameworks, vulnerability mitigation, and secure coding practices.
• Proficiency in Linux or embedded OS internals, debugging complex system issues, and driving technical discussions across teams.

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