Principal Software Engineer - DPDK experience is a must
Summary
Principal engineer builds and optimizes high-performance packet-processing paths for SonicWall’s next-gen firewalls using DPDK/ODP/OFP and low-latency C/C++ systems.
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
- Lead development and optimization of a key dataplane module for SonicWall NGFW platforms.
- Design, implement, and enhance high‑performance packet‑processing paths using DPDK/ODP/OFP or similar frameworks.
- Diagnose and resolve complex performance, throughput, and latency issues in the dataplane.
- Collaborate with platform, networking, security, and QA teams to deliver features and product improvements.
- Prototype and evaluate new dataplane technologies, contributing to next‑gen NGFW capabilities.
- Influence architectural decisions, scalability strategies, and long‑term technical direction for dataplane components.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in C/C++ systems‑level development for networking or embedded platforms.
- Strong hands‑on expertise in DPDK, ODP, OFP, or similar high‑performance packet‑processing frameworks.
- Solid understanding of L3/L4 networking protocols, including IPv4/IPv6, routing, NAT, VPN/IPsec/SSL, and related protocols.
- Proven ability to build multi‑threaded, low‑latency, high‑throughput systems.
- Strong knowledge of OS internals, memory and concurrency models, and network stack behaviour.
- Excellent debugging, performance tuning, and system analysis skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to drive cross‑functional technical discussions.
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Basics
First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter
Short answers (8)
- LinkedIn Profile optional
- How many years of hands-on experience do you have working with C or C++?
- How many years of experience do you have in network security domain (Firewall, VPN, IPSec, DPI, etc.)?
- How many years of experience do you have in Data Plane / Control Plane?
- What is your current compensation?
- What would be your expected compensation?
- How soon can you join us if shortlisted?
- Are you currently residing in Pune? If not, would you be willing to relocate to Pune for this opportunity?
Pick from a list (1)
- Have you worked on packet processing / networking stack development?