63412R-Software Engineer 2

Juniper Networks, Inc; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading network security provider is seeking a Software Engineer to join their innovative development team in Sunnyvale. The role involves designing and developing cutting-edge networking security technologies, ensuring high availability and performance. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of networking principles and programming skills in C/C++. Join a dynamic team and contribute to next-generation security solutions.

Benefits

Medical

401(k)

Vacation

Sick Leave

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of Ethernet, TCP/IP, and high availability networking.
• Experience with multi-core/multi-thread CPU programming.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop networking security platform software.
• Collaborate across functional teams and complete software development projects.

Skills

Networking Security

Communication

C/C++

Unix/Linux

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

Python

FreeBSD

Job description

Employer Description

ABOUT JUNIPER NETWORKS

Juniper Networks is in the business of network innovation. From devices to data centers, from consumers to cloud providers, Juniper Networks delivers the software, silicon, and systems that transform the experience and economics of networking. Our products and technology run the world's largest and most demanding networks today, enabling service providers, enterprises, and governments to create value and accelerate business success. Every day, our 9,000+ colleagues across 46 countries come together to realize our company vision - Connect Everything, Empower Everyone. We are innovating in ways that empower our customers, partners, and ultimately, everyone, in a connected world. Our customers include the top 130 global service providers, 96 of the Fortune 100, and hundreds of public sector organizations.

WHERE WILL YOU DO YOUR BEST WORK?

Wherever you are in the world, whether it's downtown Sunnyvale or London, Westford or Bangalore, Juniper is a place founded on disruptive thinking—where colleague innovation is not only valued but expected. We believe that delivering a new network for the next decade is achieved through the creativity and commitment of our people. The Juniper Way reflects our culture and inspires your best work—it's more than a job; it's an opportunity to help change the world.

ELIGIBILITY TO WORK AND E-VERIFY

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Juniper Networks participates in the E-Verify program, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) that electronically verifies the employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security Numbers.

*Information for applicants about E-Verify / Información en español: This Company Participates in E-Verify / Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify

Job Description

About the Position:

Juniper Networks is a leading provider of network security products. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in an innovative software development team and develop cutting-edge networking security technologies.

Responsibilities:

As a Software Engineer, you will design and develop networking security platform software and system software to achieve high availability, scalability, and performance. You will complete software development projects with high quality and collaborate across functional teams, working closely with highly skilled engineers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Solid understanding and hands-on experience with Ethernet, TCP/IP, high availability networking devices, and networking security products.
• Proficiency in Unix/Linux programming, operating systems, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience with Linux or FreeBSD kernel and application programming and debugging skills.
• Experience with multi-core/multi-thread CPU programming.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming and debugging skills.
• Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with router, switch, or security products and L2 or L3 networking protocols.
• Programming skills in Python or other scripting languages.
• Experience with unit testing and automation of networking products.
• Knowledge of computer and networking virtualization.
• Knowledge of cloud applications, ML, or AI technologies.

Other Information:

Relocation assistance is available.

About the Group:

The Juniper security product engineering group develops cutting-edge, carrier-class security products including data centers, distributed security gateways, and inter-DC security gateways, managed by cloud-based and AI-driven network orchestration. Their portfolio serves Tier 1 enterprises, service providers, and top cloud companies worldwide. Join a team of brilliant engineers building the next-generation networking security, routing, and switching infrastructure.

Salary Range: $102,400.48 - $147,198.90 annually. The actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and other factors. Benefits include medical, 401(k), vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Details will be provided upon offer.