Senior Software Engineer – C or C++ | SSL/TLS experience
- Level
- Senior
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Open. First seen 2 October 2026.
About the role
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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At SonicWall, we pride ourselves on recruiting a diverse mix of talented people and providing active security solutions in 100+ countries.
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The team: Engineering HIRES STEADILY
This role is one of 19 open in Engineering. 3 were posted in the last 30 days and the oldest in March: a team that hires all year rather than one being built.
WHAT THE TEAM WORKS WITH, ACROSS ITS POSTINGS
Cybersecurity (19 of 19), C (9 of 19), C++ (9 of 19), AWS (8 of 19), Linux (7 of 19), Python (7 of 19), Embedded Systems (5 of 19)
OTHER ROLES ON THIS TEAM
- Front End Engineer- Vue3.js, Node.js, and TypeScript experience is a must posted Oct 1
- Software Dev Engineer- Windows or Linux development experience posted Oct 1
- Software Dev Senior Engineer posted Sep 30
- Senior Director, Software Engineering - Cloud Security & Networking experience posted Sep 13
- Software Dev Engineer - C, Linux & Networking (3-5 Years) posted Sep 9
- Senior Software Engineer - IPv6 Networking exp is a must** posted Sep 7
- Senior Principal Engineer – Wireless AP Software Development posted Sep 3
- Senior Director, Hardware posted Aug 26
- Senior Technical Program Manager - SW & HW posted Aug 21
- Senior DevSecOps Engineer - Network/Cyber Security domain background** posted Aug 19
- Senior Director, Hardware posted Aug 18
- Principal Engineer — Python is a must posted Jul 31
- Distinguished Engineer - Data Architect posted Jul 21
- Lead AI/ML Engineer – Security AI & LLMs posted Jul 21
- Senior Software Engineer — Embedded C / Firewall Client posted Jul 9
- Senior Principal Engineer – Wireless AP Software Development posted Jul 8
- Software Dev Senior Engineer posted May 21
- Principal Software Engineer - DPDK experience is a must posted Mar 30
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