Axiado is an AI-enhanced security processor company redefining the control and management of every digital system. The company was founded in 2017, and currently has 100+ employees. At Axiado, developing great technology takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration, respect each other, and go the extra mile to achieve exceptional results. It takes people who have the passion and desire to disrupt the status quo, deliver innovation, and change the world. If you have this type of passion, we invite you to apply for this job.

Axiado SQA team is seeking a Network security validation engineer who has worked on Linux and/or embedded systems Networking and Firewall technologies. The position is responsible for validating network security threats and firewall features.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and execute test plans for networking, DPDK, NIC and firewall security features.
• Design and deploy suitable testbeds for testing Networking software infrastructure.
• Certify software releases for general use and generate ideas to solve open-ended problems with multiple approaches to reach an optimal solution.

• 6 – 10 years of overall software testing experience with 5+ years in Networking and Hardware based Firewall validation for Linux or any RTOS.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• Strong PCIe NIC background to design optimal Rx/Tx data transfer over PCIe,
• Good experience with one or more of fast path implementations - DPDK, eBPF, XDP
• Familiar with IPsec, DHCP, LAN, routing protocols.
• Good understanding of Network security threats (DoS / DDoS, MIM attacks), TPM
• Control and Data Path implementation of Firewall using iptables including offload of Firewall functionality.
• Familiarity with network protocols, TCP/IP stack, and common attack vectors used to exploit firewall vulnerabilities.
• Strong understanding of firewall technologies, including stateful inspection, packet filtering, application layer filtering, and intrusion prevention systems (IPS), CASB and DLP.

Axiado is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the highest caliber talent in a diverse and multifaceted environment. We are headquartered in the heart of Silicon Valley, with access to the world's leading research, technology and talent.

We are building an exceptional team to secure every node on the internet. For us, solving real-world problems takes precedence over purely theoretical problems. As a result, we prefer individuals with persistence, intelligence and high curiosity over pedigree alone. Working hard and smart, continuous learning and mutual support are all part of who we are.

Axiado is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Axiado does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.