Staff Engineer - Security Intelligence

VMware by Broadcom is seeking a Staff Engineer for their Security Intelligence team within the Application Networking and Security division. This role focuses on developing a distributed analytics engine that provides real-time insights into VCF deployments, with emphasis on Distributed Firewall recommendation, network traffic anomalies detection, and network flows visualization. The position involves working with cutting-edge technologies including Kubernetes, Kafka, Apache Druid, and Spark, building solutions in Java and Golang.

The ideal candidate will serve as a hands-on technical leader, designing and implementing highly scalable distributed systems while mentoring junior engineers. The role requires expertise in big data processing, security implementations, and cloud-native technologies. You'll be working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with global teams to develop solutions that protect customer networks against threats and deliver comprehensive network analytics.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer passionate about security, distributed systems, and machine learning. The position offers competitive compensation ($119,000-$190,000) plus bonus and equity, along with comprehensive benefits. Located in Palo Alto, CA, you'll be part of a leading technology company that values innovation and technical excellence. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, making it perfect for those who want to impact enterprise security while growing their leadership skills.

If you have 8+ years of experience (or equivalent with advanced degrees), strong expertise in Java/Golang, and a background in security and distributed systems, this role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge security solutions at scale.