
About SonicWall
Next-gen cybersecurity solutions for a safer world
Key Highlights
- Founded in 1991, serving over 500,000 customers
- Headquartered in Milpitas, CA with 1001+ employees
- Recognized for Boundless Cybersecurity products
- Published the SonicWall Cyber Threat Report, a key industry resource
SonicWall, headquartered in Milpitas, CA, is a leader in cybersecurity solutions, providing next-gen firewalls and advanced security products to protect businesses from cyber threats. Founded in 1991, SonicWall serves over 500,000 customers globally, including organizations in finance, healthcare, a...
🎁 Benefits
SonicWall offers competitive benefits including equity options, generous paid time off, wellness programs, and educational assistance to support emplo...
🌟 Culture
SonicWall fosters a culture focused on cybersecurity innovation and community engagement. With a commitment to addressing the evolving threat landscap...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
SonicWall is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the evolution and performance of their Kubernetes-based production environment. You'll work hands-on with Kubernetes, GCP, and Terraform to drive reliability and scalability. This role requires extensive experience in platform engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have over 10 years of experience in software development and platform engineering, with a strong focus on building and maintaining scalable systems. Your expertise in Kubernetes is complemented by a deep understanding of cloud environments, particularly Google Cloud Platform (GCP). You are proficient in infrastructure automation tools like Terraform, and you have a proven track record of enhancing system performance and reliability.
You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with engineering and support teams to optimize system performance. Your ability to influence architectural decisions and implement best practices in observability and reliability makes you a key player in any project. You are passionate about driving business growth through technology and are committed to delivering high-quality solutions.
Desirable
Experience with other cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure would be a plus. Familiarity with CI/CD practices and tools is also desirable, as is a background in cybersecurity or working with security-focused applications. You are a proactive problem solver who enjoys tackling complex challenges and finding innovative solutions.
What you'll do
In this role, you will maintain, scale, and enhance SonicWall's Kubernetes production platform, ensuring its performance, reliability, and availability. You will implement comprehensive observability across services and infrastructure, allowing for proactive monitoring and incident response. Your hands-on experience with Kubernetes will be crucial as you lead efforts to improve system resilience and scalability.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence architectural decisions and drive the evolution of the platform. Your insights will help shape the direction of technology initiatives, ensuring that SonicWall remains at the forefront of cybersecurity solutions. You will also mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the team.
What we offer
SonicWall offers a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration are encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that protects organizations from cyber threats worldwide. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to deliver relentless security solutions that empower our partners and their customers against cybercrime.
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