Software Dev Engineer - C, Linux & Networking (3-5 Years)
- Level
- Mid
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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 new software features on SonicWall firewall product-line.
- Able to deliver features on time, with the highest level of quality, in the best interest of the customer.
- Facilitate problem diagnosis and prompt resolution for issues reported by customers.
- Maintain existing software features by implementing enhancements and fixing bugs.
- Write functional and design specifications, and work with technical publications team for documentation needs.
- Collaborate with other engineers on code reviews, test case reviews, and process enhancements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work with different groups, teams and projects.
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in computer science or engineering or related field or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering or related field with a minimum of 3-4 years of software development experience.
- Proficiency in C is a must with 3+ years of experience.
- Hands on experience with Firewalls, SD-WAN, Routing technologies, VPNs, High Availability is a strong plus.
- Hands on experience and knowledge of Networking protocols and functioning of TCP/IP stack.
- Good experience with Linux operating systems and multi-threading. Experience in embedded system development is a plus.
- Creative thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to quickly troubleshoot and resolve issues.
- Self-motivated and strong collaborative team player with ability to work well with globally distributed team members.
Preferences:
- Comfortable multi-tasking in a fast-paced, agile team environment.
- Hands-On experience with GDB is a big plus
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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
- Senior Software Engineer – C or C++ | SSL/TLS experience posted Sep 10
- 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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