Senior Software Engineer — Build Secure, Scalable Platforms

F5 Networks, Inc.; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 269,000; Full time

Job summary

F5 Networks, Inc. is hiring a software engineer to design, develop, and implement complete software components for complex products. You will lead code integration, mentor engineers, and drive performance, scalability, and reliability improvements.

You will work with Go and Python, engage in containerized workflows using Docker, and collaborate with product management to refine requirements. This role supports hybrid work and emphasizes rigorous engineering standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering with a CS/CE degree or 7+ years equivalent.
• Proficiency in GoLang and Python; C/C++ or similar languages a plus.
• Experience with Linux, Docker, CI/CD, Git workflows, and modern IDEs.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development and integration of complete software components.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide architecture decisions across projects.
• Improve efficiency and reliability through automation, performance and scaling.
• Collaborate with product management to define requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and technical presentations.

Skills

GoLang

Python

C/C++

Linux

Docker

CI/CD

Git

AI-assisted coding

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE or similar

Tools

Docker Compose

Git/GitLab

VS Code

GoLand

Job description

F5 Networks, Inc. is hiring a software engineer to design, develop, and implement complete software components for complex products. You will lead code integration, mentor engineers, and drive performance, scalability, and reliability improvements.

You will work with Go and Python, engage in containerized workflows using Docker, and collaborate with product management to refine requirements. This role supports hybrid work and emphasizes rigorous engineering standards.