Staff Software Quality Engineer (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Staff Software Quality Engineer (Cybersecurity): Leading the end-to-end test strategy and automation for distributed security products with an accent on network segmentation and threat prevention. Focus on designing complex test architectures, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring high-fidelity performance and scalability in private cloud environments.

Location: Must be based in Palo Alto, CA, USA (Onsite)

Salary: $121,900 – $195,000

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in infrastructure technology, data center networking, and security, building on a rich heritage of engineering excellence.

What you will do

• Develop comprehensive test plans covering functional, system, scalability, and performance aspects.
• Design and maintain robust automation frameworks using Python and Pytest.
• Coordinate across development, product management, and SRE teams to ensure feature quality.
• Mentor junior engineers on best practices in testing, coding, and defect management.
• Debug complex distributed systems and networking issues using tools like Wireshark and tcpdump.
• Oversee the end-to-end portfolio of features for vDefend Distributed Firewall and ATP.

Requirements

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in networking, security, or cloud-based technologies.
• Minimum 6 years of programming experience in Python, Bash, and object-oriented programming.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in virtualization (vSphere) installation and administration.
• Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP stack, L2/L3, WAN, and firewall security services.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Computer Science.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with traffic simulator tools like Ixia Cyperf, TRex, or Iperf.
• Experience with containerization or cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including base salary, annual bonus, and equity awards.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) participation with company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time.