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Senior Engineer - Container Security at Illumio | Sunnyvale, CA

IllumioSunnyvale, California - HQ
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on container security. Proficiency in modern programming languages and frameworks. Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for cybersecurity. Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

About the job

Illumio builds cybersecurity solutions that help organizations contain ransomware and breaches, with a focus on maintaining operational resilience. The company’s AI Security Graph powers a platform that detects and neutralizes threats across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Illumio’s approach is rooted in Zero Trust principles and supports the protection of critical systems worldwide.

This Senior Engineer - Container Security position is based on-site at Illumio’s Sunnyvale, California headquarters. The role requires a full-time presence in the office, five days per week.

What you will do

  • Implement Zero Trust Segmentation at the application and pod level to identify and block attack paths in containerized environments.
  • Work with leading container platforms such as Kubernetes, Istio, OpenShift, AKS, EKS, and GKE.
  • Design and develop key features and subsystems, managing work from initial concept through peer review.
  • Deliver solutions that are scalable, stable, secure, and maintainable to protect enterprise infrastructure.
  • Mentor junior engineers, recent graduates, and interns, supporting their growth and integration into the team.
  • Collaborate with field teams and major customers to refine and improve the product.

Engineering culture

The engineering team at Illumio values leadership, autonomy, and ownership. Team members work together to advance Zero Trust Segmentation, drawing on experience with operating systems, distributed applications, and advanced UI and visualization tools. The group brings together a range of perspectives and a shared commitment to building strong cybersecurity products.

About Illumio

Illumio is at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation, specializing in ransomware and breach containment solutions. Our technology empowers organizations to implement Zero Trust principles, enhancing their resilience against cyber threats across varied environments.

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