Full-Time
Software Dev Principal Engineer
'C' and TCP/IP
SonicWall
1,001-5,000 employees
Provides cybersecurity solutions and services
No salary listed
Senior, Expert
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Hybrid
- 8+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD or equivalent experience. Post -Graduate Degree holders are preferred and encouraged to apply.
- Fluent in C and in coding various data structures and algorithms in C.
- Solid background in TCP/IP networking.
- Strong background in either Unix OR Linux systems.
- Persuasive written and verbal communication (includes critical reading, listening, and reasoning).
- Creative problem solving, software testing, and debugging capabilities.
- Be a self-starter, and motivated to work independently to deliver towards team goals.
- Design and enhance SonicWall Reassembly - Free Deep Packet Inspection engine.
- Design and implement Intrusion Prevention, Gateway Anti-Virus, and other related features of SonicWall's Next Generation firewall.
- Design and implement SonicOS Capture ATP (malware sandboxing) features.
- Maintain and document code using source control systems and other tools.
- Strong Layer 3 through Layer 7 protocol (HTTP, SMTP, POP, IMAP, FTP, TLS, SSH, etc.) knowledge.
- Experience with firewalls and embedded development environment.
- Knowledge of pattern matching, or compression algorithms is a plus.
- Experience working with state machines and computation theory is a plus.
SonicWall provides cybersecurity solutions aimed at protecting organizations from various cyber threats. Their product offerings include firewalls, secure remote access, email security, and advanced threat protection, which work together to secure networks, devices, and data from risks like ransomware, malware, and phishing attacks. Unlike many competitors, SonicWall focuses on a comprehensive suite of products and subscription services that ensure ongoing updates and support, helping clients stay protected against evolving threats. The goal of SonicWall is to deliver essential security measures to a diverse clientele, including small to medium-sized businesses, enterprises, and government agencies, ensuring their safety in an increasingly digital world.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$48M
Headquarters
Milpitas, California
Founded
1991
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Growing demand for AI-driven cybersecurity solutions boosts SonicWall's market potential.
- Increased focus on cybersecurity for SMBs aligns with SonicWall's market focus.
- Rising adoption of SASE frameworks provides expansion opportunities for SonicWall.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from emerging cybersecurity firms may erode SonicWall's market share.
- Rapid evolution of cyber threats requires significant R&D investment from SonicWall.
- Cybersecurity talent shortage may impact SonicWall's ability to scale managed services.
What makes SonicWall unique
- SonicWall offers a comprehensive suite of security products and services.
- The company specializes in advanced threat protection and secure remote access solutions.
- SonicWall's solutions cater to SMBs, enterprises, and government agencies.
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"In collaboration with Microsoft Threat Intelligence (MSTIC), SonicWall has identified a deceptive campaign to distribute a hacked and modified version of SonicWall's SSL VPN NetExtender application that closely resembles the official SonicWall NetExtender software," the company announced.
Longtime MSP partner boosts visibility, streamlines operations and delivers enterprise-grade security without the overheadMILPITAS, Calif., June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SonicWall and Griffin Technology Group, a U.S.-based IT managed service provider, are celebrating two decades of a successful partnership delivering trusted cybersecurity solutions. Griffin has leveraged SonicWall's security portfolio to the fullest extent to deliver comprehensive, layered protection for its small- and medium-sized business (SMB) clients - including managing hundreds of Cylance endpoints using SonicSentry MDR services - across healthcare, manufacturing, nonprofit and other industries.Griffin relies on a tightly integrated suite of SonicWall solutions, including the TZ and NSa Series firewalls, Capture Advanced Threat Protection (ATP), Capture Client Premier, and 24/7 Managed Detection and Response (MDR), to proactively protect their customers most critical digital assets. With SonicWall's Capture Security Center (CSC) at the core, Griffin is able to monitor and manage dozens of customer environments in real time from a single pane of glass."SonicWall has proven to be a true partner in helping us deliver proactive, enterprise-grade security solutions with the flexibility we need to better protect our clients," said John Griffin, founder and CEO of Griffin Technology Group. "Our clients trust us to reduce risk, streamline operations, maintain uptime and support their growth - SonicWall gives us the tools to do just that, all while maintaining a low total cost of ownership and minimizing impact on our internal resources."While we have been a partner for years, the last few years have shown a dramatic change at SonicWall, not only from a technology perspective, but how they've set the standard for both partnering and support. Their customer service is world-class in every aspect, making them not just a vendor, but a trusted extension of our team."Griffin's layered security strategy begins with SonicWall firewalls, deployed via Zero Touch provisioning for fast, consistent setup across distributed environments. Advanced threat protection is delivered through cloud-based sandboxing, while endpoint protection is fully managed via SonicWall's 24/7 MDR service—offering continuous SOC oversight and real-time threat protection from trained analysts.With SonicWall's solutions in place, Griffin has seen a dramatic reduction in malware and phishing-related service calls as well as improved threat detection and response times and faster onboarding of new clients
SonicWall has unveiled a new line of advanced firewalls and a comprehensive managed cybersecurity service designed to combat the evolving threat landscape, with particular emphasis on attacks targeting non-standard ports.
Unique Partnership Unlocks New Growth Opportunities Through Turnkey Cybersecurity Solutions for North American MSPsHARRISBURG, Pa. and MILPITAS, Calif., May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- D&H Distributing, a leading provider of technology solutions across North America, and SonicWall, a cybersecurity forerunner with more than 30 years of expertise, today announced a new program for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) offered for North American MSPs only through D&H Distributing. The new program leverages SonicWall's SonicSentry Services, which provide a device-agnostic approach to managed extended detection and response (MXDR) services, empowering partners to provide one-stop-shop cybersecurity solutions to their customers."D&H Distributing and SonicWall share a commitment to providing partners with state-of-the-art cybersecurity solutions that meet the moment," said Jason Bystrak, Senior Vice President, Modern Solutions Business Unit, D&H Distributing. "As new vulnerabilities and increasingly sophisticated cyber threats continue to emerge, we remain steadfast in providing our partners and their end customers the tools to stay ahead and keep their organizations safe. Just as we are immensely proud to have been awarded SonicWall's 2025 Distributor of the Year for North America, we are excited to partner with SonicWall on this one-of-a-kind program, which extends the strength of our alliance in keeping businesses secure."SonicSentry provides MSPs/MSSPs with the complete suite of MDR services, allowing them to offer their customers an all-inclusive, proactive approach to threat detection and remediation. In addition to driving new revenue opportunities, the program offers seamless interactions with a dedicated team of specialists, drives down overhead costs by reducing the need for end-customers to source additional resources, and helps to fulfill industry-specific compliance measures
Elsewhere, SonicWall unveiled the introduction of the scalable NSM 3.0 SaaS and on-premises platform, which offers visibility and efficiency with harmonized cloud/on-box management.