Software Engineer - Automation

Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet. We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services for the networked world and deliver unmatched performance in domain name system (DNS) services.

We are a mission focused, values driven company where each individual can contribute to building a stronger, more secure internet. We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive benefits and the ability to grow your career.

This position is based in our Reston, VA office and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Verisign's "ATLAS" platform implementation team is a high performing, agile team who builds horizontally scalable, high performance, and highly available systems. As part of the team, you will be involved in designing and implementing new capabilities for this platform, and in deployment using CI/CD principles. An ideal candidate will care about productivity and automation. You will be working with software that fundamentally enables the internet to operate at scale.

We’re looking for a junior to mid-level experienced software automation engineer who demonstrates:

• strong collaboration skills
• a track record for high quality and impactful delivery demonstrating strong design skills and a passion for code quality
• true craftsmanship, who enjoys breaking down tough problems
• passion for producing quality code and dedicated to best practices such as automated testing, code reviews, continuous integration, and continuous deployment
• that they are an agent for change, constantly learning and seeking better outcomes
• skill at interacting and working with people in a positive manner to mitigate key project technical risks and ensure quality

• Has solid understanding of writing software in a system-level programming language (C, C++, Rust)
• Proven foundation in Computer Science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, operating systems, object-oriented design)
• Understanding of CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Groovy, Git Hub)
• Experience with or a strong willingness to learn infrastructure automation and platform engineering technologies such as Terraform, Ansible, Puppet and Open Stack
• Proficient with Linux
• Python or similar scripting language
• Outstanding problem solving and trouble‑shooting skills
• Excellent teammate who enjoys a collaborative team environment

• 5+ years of relevant work experience in software development
• 2+ years development in a system-level programming language
• Working on an Agile software development team
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent work experience

• Familiarity with DNS at the protocol level
• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes
• Exposure to behavior-driven testing frameworks such as Python Behave or Cucumber

The pay range is $108,900 - $147,300.

The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is noted above, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience. Verisign offers a discretionary bonus which is based on individual and company performance, and certain roles may be eligible for discretionary stock awards.

Verisign is an equal opportunity employer. That means we recruit, hire, compensate, train, promote, transfer, and administer all terms and conditions of employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories under applicable law.