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Principal Software Engineer (Malware Detection)

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United States , Santa Clara

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162700.00 - 263175.00 USD / Year
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Job Description:

As a member of the Wildfire team, you will be responsible for prototyping, and rapid development of next-generation malware detection systems and tools. Success will require innovation and persistence in the face of unforeseen issues and outright failures. You will take ownership for implementing solutions to complex, multi-system problems; for creating tools and techniques which enable industry redefining research and development. This is a role for experienced professionals.

Job Responsibility:

  • Work on designing and renovating the Wildfire analyzer to advance into a new generation of multi platforms cloud service platform, for both static and dynamic analysis
  • Work with threat researchers to analyze malware and security threats to determine and close the gaps in coverage with new or improved static and dynamic analysis
  • Architect and design with the team and document complex systems
  • Write scalable and testable software using modern cloud architectures
  • Collaborate within the team and across organizations to influence and achieve the end goal
  • Expand cloud offering to improve detection against new malware threats

Requirements:

  • Proficient in C++, Python and Linux development environment
  • 6+ years experience as a Security Researcher or Software Engineer
  • Experience working on sandbox technology and malware analysis
  • Experience with large scale File/Data Parsing development is preferred
  • Understanding of cloud service and Kubernetes are preferred
  • Ability to work with small teams to solve complex problems
  • Can-do attitude on problem-solving, quality and ability to execute
  • BS/MS/PhD in computer science/engineering, or equivalent experience

Nice to have:

  • Experience with large scale File/Data Parsing development
  • Understanding of cloud service and Kubernetes
What we offer:
  • restricted stock units
  • bonus

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Job Posted:
May 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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