Principal Software Engineer
Principal Software Engineer - Authentication
F5 Networks - Advanced RD Technology Center – San Jose
Position Summary
This person will develop and assist in architecture of software and system solutions for F5 Networks SSL-VPN based remote access security products. Senior software engineer responsible for authentication, authorization, accounting (AAA) and Single Sign-On (SSO) development.
Responsibilities
- Perform in a senior and/or lead capacity on a project team.
- Design and develop components are part of authentication, authorization, accounting (AAA) and Single Sign-On (SSO) infrastructure.
- Work closely with team members and the support team to quickly diagnose and resolve problems.
- Conduct internal and external presentations; communicate with technical and non-technical colleagues and customers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in computer/engineering related field or equivalent work experience.
- 5+ years professional experience Linux/UNIX environment.
- Strong knowledge and experience in writing C/C++ code.
- Knowledge of network security components and how they affect overall security architecture
- Extensive knowledge in some of the following:
- LDAP, AD, Kerberos, RSA SecurID, SSO, delegated authentication, account provisioning
- X509, SAML, OAM, CA SiteMinder, OpenID, OAuth, SSL, NTLM
- Web Service Security (WS-Security), Federation
- Deep hands-on experiences with some of the authentication protocols and key security technologies mentioned above.
- Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking and layer 7 protocols.
- Strong knowledge of crypto technologies such as SSL.
- Ability to rapidly pick up new technologies.
- Conveys thoughts clearly in both written and verbal communications.
- Proven ability to deliver products with highest quality and on time.
- Demonstrable appreciation for user experience.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Daily computer use in an office environment
Benefits
We provide competitive salaries, a world class benefits package, including 100% of the premium for employee medical, dental and vision insurance, highly subsidized premiums for dependent coverage, 401K match, employees stock purchase plan, 18 days paid time off within the 1st year and 8 paid holidays, life insurance, short long term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and much more.