Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Programming Languages Team

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Forward Networks

Forward Networks

51-200 employees

Network modeling platform for enhanced security

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$180k - $220kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Santa Clara, CA, USA

Position is based in Santa Clara, CA; remote work may be possible.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software QA & Testing
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Java
C#
Scala
Requirements
  • BS in Computer Science or related degree; MS preferred
  • 3+ years of work experience with Java, Scala or other similar languages (C#, F#, etc.)
  • Strong object-oriented design and development skills
Responsibilities
  • Develop, enhance, and maintain our code base (primarily Java)
  • Develop, enhance, and maintain NQE, leveraging various PL and DBMS techniques.
  • Deliver a suite of domain-specific languages used in the development of Forward Enterprise.
  • Build and support tools (such as IDE plugins providing language support) associated with the above domain-specific languages.

Forward Networks offers a platform that enhances network security and visibility for businesses by using a digital twin, which is a virtual model of their physical network. This technology allows organizations to monitor network behavior, prevent outages, and reduce operational risks. The platform serves various clients, including large corporations and federal agencies, by providing a comprehensive view of network data that improves the efficiency of Security Operations Centers. By charging clients for access to its platform, Forward Networks helps them save costs by reducing the time to resolve issues and lowering operational expenses.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$109.4M

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

21%

2 year growth

92%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Forward Networks has won multiple awards, validating its leadership in cloud computing and security.
  • The company raised $35 million, indicating strong investor confidence and growth potential.
  • Strategic partnerships with NetBox Labs enhance network automation and reduce adoption barriers.

What critics are saying

  • Open-source tools like NetBox may reduce demand for Forward Networks' proprietary solutions.
  • The competitive landscape with IP Fabric and NetBrain could lead to pricing pressures.
  • Rapid cloud technology evolution may challenge Forward Networks to keep pace with updates.

What makes Forward Networks unique

  • Forward Networks offers a digital twin for comprehensive network visibility and modeling.
  • The platform integrates generative AI to enhance network troubleshooting and modeling capabilities.
  • Forward Networks provides end-to-end visibility across multi-cloud environments with a single pane of glass.

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Benefits

Grow with us - We’re an agile team and early-stage company with plenty of opportunities to grow, as a company and as individuals

Competitive pay - Every team member receives a compensation package with competitive pay and equity

We offer top-grade insurance, with medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family

Time off - Vacations, holidays, family days. With no tracked time off, you can go as long as it’s okay with your manager