<div class="content-intro"><p><span data-contrast="auto">For more than 30 years, <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4263951-1%26h%3D4126915226%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fnam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com%252F%253Furl%253Dhttps%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.sonicwall.com%25252F%2526data%253D05%25257C01%25257Cbfitzgerald%252540SonicWall.com%25257Ca6c16b82afc749239f1c08dbda330d94%25257C84fe6f401cbc473083288018b2af88bc%25257C1%25257C0%25257C638343685070400977%25257CUnknown%25257CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%25253D%25257C3000%25257C%25257C%25257C%2526sdata%253DQiWUyjNRdG%25252F5Rg2xvGXa1CYzr9V6BNnIgriz33Hk4vw%25253D%2526reserved%253D0%26a%3DSonicWall&data=05%7C02%7CNikhilaR%40SonicWall.com%7Cfd3ae83762384be031d508dcdf3d2ddf%7C84fe6f401cbc473083288018b2af88bc%7C1%7C0%7C638630701067920926%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GhrhwS9jae1nk4KBGBzKfBcXS7BDBmkWDO87fbJLQxQ%3D&reserved=0">SonicWall</a> has delivered a partner-first unified cybersecurity portfolio that helps SMBs, MSPs, and IT teams consolidate network security, endpoint security, security service edge (SSE), and threat response across hybrid environments. By bringing connected technology, real-time threat intelligence, automation, and expert services together, SonicWall helps organizations simplify security operations, achieve better security outcomes, and lower total cost of ownership. Backed by a global ecosystem of more than 17,000 partners, SonicWall delivers enterprise-grade protection built for SMB and mid-market realities.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">For more information, visit </span><a href="https://www.sonicwall.com/"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">www.sonicwall.com</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> or follow us on </span><a href="https://x.com/SonicWALL"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">X,</span></span></a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sonicwall"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">LinkedIn</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto">, </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SonicWall/"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Facebook</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto">, and </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sonicwall_inc/"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Instagram</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">.</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p></div><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p> <p>We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary <strong>Senior Principal Engineer</strong> to lead the architecture, design, and development of our next-generation Enterprise Wireless Access Point (AP) solutions. In this role, you will define the software architecture for state-of-the-art Wi-Fi 6, 6E, and Wi-Fi 7 access points.</p> <p>You will bridge the gap between low-level silicon firmware and high-level cloud management platforms, ensuring our APs deliver enterprise-grade performance, seamless roaming, high security, and cloud-driven scalability. If you have deep expertise in embedded Linux, 802.11 protocols, and cloud-managed networking, we want you on our team.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p><strong>Technical Leadership & Architecture</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>End-to-End Architecture:</strong>Own the software architecture, design, and delivery of advanced Wi-Fi features from silicon SDK integration up to cloud-managed provisioning systems.</li> <li><strong>Enterprise Wi-Fi Evolution:</strong>Design and develop advanced features utilizing <strong>Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, and Wi-Fi 7</strong> standards to deliver enterprise-grade performance.</li> <li><strong>Advanced Wireless Feature Design:</strong>Architect and implement high-value wireless application features including <strong>Wi-Fi Mesh, Neighbor Awareness Networking (NAN), Fine Timing Measurement/Locationing (IEEE 802.11mc/az)</strong>, and advanced enterprise roaming (<strong>802.11k/v/r</strong>).</li> <li><strong>Ecosystem Collaboration:</strong>Partner closely with leading Wi-Fi chipset vendors for SDK integration, firmware customization, performance tuning, and hardware platform enablement.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Edge-to-Cloud Integration</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Cloud-Managed Infrastructure:</strong>Design, optimize, and deliver cloud-managed and firewall-managed capabilities including Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP), remote configuration, real-time monitoring, and centralized control.</li> <li><strong>Network & Security Orchestration:</strong>Ensure seamless data path orchestration between the AP firmware, local security firewalls, and cloud management dashboards.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Qualifications & Skills</strong></p> <p><strong>Must-Have Technical Expertise</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Wireless Domain Mastery:</strong>Strong Wi-Fi Access Point product development experience with a deep u