Shape the future of cloud-native networking by leading the architecture of a critical platform that integrates advanced traffic management and security capabilities with Kubernetes. This role is central to defining how AI-powered applications are deployed, scaled, and protected in modern infrastructure environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and evolve the long-term technical roadmap for the platform, ensuring alignment with strategic goals in performance, security, and scalability.
- Collaborate with product and engineering teams to guide architectural decisions, ensuring robustness across distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-native patterns.
- Lead architectural reviews, threat modeling, and design validation processes to proactively address operational and security challenges.
- Inform product planning by evaluating emerging technologies, competitive offerings, and industry trends, particularly in AI and accelerated computing.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, fostering deep expertise in networking, observability, and orchestration.
- Work closely with leadership to align technical execution with business timelines and strategic priorities.
Required Expertise
- Deep understanding of L2–L7 protocols including TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, TLS, gRPC, and BGP, along with modern web application architectures.
- Proven experience designing systems for cloud-native and AI workloads, with strong knowledge of microservices, distributed computing, and Kubernetes.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex technical projects efficiently.
- Strong communication abilities, both written and verbal, with experience influencing cross-functional teams.
- Minimum of 12 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree, 10 years with a Master’s, or 8 with a PhD—equivalent experience considered.
Preferred Background
- Familiarity with hardware acceleration technologies such as DPUs and GPUs.
- Track record of leading end-to-end product development cycles from concept to production.
- Extensive hands-on experience with Linux and Unix-like operating systems.
Technical Environment
Work across a modern stack including Kubernetes, BIGIP, distributed systems, microservices, and core networking protocols. The platform supports mission-critical applications requiring high availability, security, and real-time performance.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary in the range of $234,400 – $351,600
- Restricted stock units and incentive compensation including bonus
- Comprehensive health benefits and paid time off
- Investment in training, development, and career growth
- Support for accommodations during the hiring process
Work Environment
This position operates in a flexible work model, supporting collaboration across distributed teams. The focus is on delivering high-impact solutions in a fast-moving technical landscape.
Company Values
- Deep commitment to cybersecurity and protecting digital infrastructure
- Focus on employee development and inclusive culture
- Customer-centric mindset with continuous improvement
- Support for diversity, equity, and inclusion across all levels
- Environment where technical excellence and personal growth thrive
Equal Employment Opportunity
The company is dedicated to providing fair and equitable employment practices. All individuals are considered for employment and advancement without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable laws.
