Lead Software Engineer - Windows Application Developer

Software Engineering Santa Clara, California


Description

 
About Us

Versa Networks, Inc. is a leading vendor of next-generation Software Defined solutions and architectures, called SASE (Secure Access Service Edge). Versa is providing an end-to-end solution that both simplifies and secures the WAN/branch office network.

The goal of Versa Networks is to provide unprecedented business advantages through a software-based approach that allows for unmatched agility, cost savings and flexibility. We have created a feature-rich, scalable yet simple to use software platform to implement many different enterprise and service provider use cases, including:

  • Full software-defined branch for enterprise customers.
  • Secure SD-WAN for enterprises with layered security.
  • Next-generation managed services for service providers.

We are looking for a passionate Lead Software Engineer with extensive development experience in developing desktop application for Microsoft Windows 10, 8 and 7.

Job Responsibilities
  • Develop Windows components and libraries to be used in .NET based applications.
  • Lead the development of proof-of-concepts that will focus on brand new technologies.
  • Analyze, debug, and fix complex issues, continuously drive innovations by working with cross functional teams.
  • To provide technical direction, oversight, and execution guidance for several new Windows applications across various windows platforms.
  • To champion the development best practices for building secure applications from the ground-up.
  • Conduct security reviews from high-level application architecture to OS-level parameters and complex interactions with BIOS and drivers to meet security & business goals. 
Qualifications & Skills
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in designing and developing scalable applications on various Windows Application Platforms.
  • The candidate should have successfully delivered multiple projects with one or more of the below Windows Application Platforms
    • Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)
    • Windows Forms (.NET)
    • Win32
    • Windows Service
  • C++, C#, XML
  • Architectural knowledge of Microsoft Windows Application Platforms such as WPF, XAML, .NET, Win32 App, WCF, Windows Services, IPC etc
  • Good understanding of Windows internals.
  • Application packaging.
  • Familiarity with Networking and Security on Windows Desktops.
  • Familiarity of various avenues for delivery of Microsoft Applications
  • Must have very strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Equivalent
  • Team player, can-do attitude and takes initiative.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
  • Good communication skills to work with cross-functional groups.
  • Strong skills in large-scale software design and development.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Location: Santa Clara, CA 
*Applicants must be authorized to work in the US 
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment in California, Washington, or New York City is expected in the range below. 
  • $140,000 - $170,000
Our Benefits

Versa Networks is a small but rapidly growing organization. It is built by people with vast experience in the networking industry. We are a pragmatic team with a healthy work-life balance. We offer competitive compensation packages with pre-IPO equity. Additionally, we offer a quality of life benefit to everyone in an inspiring environment with skilled and passionate co-workers. Our exciting company culture offers a great place to work and most important, to have fun.