Jobs at Arista Networks

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Arista Networks, founded in 2004 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, builds high‑performance networking solutions for cloud data centers, service providers, and enterprises. Its flagship product line—multilayer Ethernet switches and the Arista Extensible Operating System (EOS)—delivers low‑latency, high‑throughput connectivity that powers the world’s largest cloud providers and financial exchanges.

Typical roles span software engineering, network engineering, cybersecurity, sales, solutions engineering, product management, and field services. Software engineers work in C++ and Go on packet‑processing pipelines that handle billions of packets per second, while network engineers design and optimize EOS features such as virtual routing and forwarding (VRF) and segment routing. Sales and solutions engineering teams partner directly with hyperscale customers to architect end‑to‑end Ethernet fabrics.

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Senior C++ Engineer (Prisma Access Browser)

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Tel Aviv, Israel

Posted Jan 12, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Senior C++ Engineer for its Tel Aviv R&D center. The role involves architecting a secure foundation for the enterprise browser, leading critical features, and mentoring team members. The company values innovation, collaboration, and integrity, offering flexible development and wellbeing programs. The ideal candidate should have extensive C++ experience, a strong understanding of Chromium, and a passion for security innovation.

Domain Consultant (Presales) Network Security (STRATA or SASE)

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Cologne, Germany

Posted Jan 12, 2025

Palo Alto Networks emphasizes its mission to protect digital life through innovation and collaboration, highlighting career opportunities, employee values, and commitment to diversity. The text showcases a positive work environment with focus on cybersecurity leadership and inclusive growth.

Cloud Research Manager (Cortex)

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Tel Aviv, Israel

Posted Jan 12, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is a company that prioritizes protecting the digital way of life and shaping the future of cybersecurity. They are looking for innovators who share their commitment to this mission. The company values its employees, provides flexible benefits, and offers opportunities for growth and development.

Domain Consultant - Security Operations Transformation

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Posted Jan 12, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company committed to being the partner of choice for protecting the digital way of life. They value innovation, collaboration, and execution, with a focus on disrupting traditional methods. The company offers a range of benefits including FLEXBenefits, mental and financial health resources, and personalized learning opportunities. As a Domain Consultant for SOC Transformation, you will be an expert in their Cortex portfolio, defining technical solutions to secure customers' key business imperatives. You will collaborate with account teams, present to customers, and lead demonstrations showcasing the company's unique value proposition. The role requires 6+ years of experience in Security Operations or pre-sales/sales engineering within SIEM, SOAR, SOC, and/or XDR/EDR environments. Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals.

Sr Staff Software Engineer, Wildfire (Low-level OS development)

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Jan 12, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company dedicated to protecting the digital way of life. They are committed to innovation, challenging the status quo, and fostering a collaborative environment. The WildFire Team in the Content Delivered Security Service (CDSS) organization is seeking a skilled engineer to work on implementing projects that detect and defend against emerging threats. The role involves designing, building, and operating reliable, secure Cloud infrastructure, developing tools and automation frameworks, and participating in on-call rotations. The ideal candidate should have a BS/MS in computer science/engineering or equivalent military experience, proficiency in C, C++, and Python, and a strong understanding of Operating System internals and Linux.

Cloud Research Team Lead (Cortex)

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Tel Aviv, Israel

Posted Jan 12, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company dedicated to protecting the digital way of life. They are committed to innovation, challenging the status quo, and fostering a collaborative environment. The company values disruptive innovation, collaboration, and execution. They offer a range of benefits including FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account, mental and financial health resources, and personalized learning opportunities. They are seeking a passionate cybersecurity professional with 3+ years of experience in leading security research teams or projects, particularly in cloud environments. The ideal candidate should have strong proficiency in programming and experience with cloud platforms, and a proven track record in managing complex security research initiatives.

Cortex Domain Consultant

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Posted Jan 12, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company dedicated to being the partner of choice for digital security. They aim to create a safer and more secure digital world. The company values innovation, collaboration, and execution, and is committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity. As a Domain Consultant for SOC Transformation, the role involves being an expert in their Cortex portfolio, defining technical solutions, and evangelizing industry-leading security solutions. The company offers a range of benefits including flexible development programs and a supportive team environment.

Major Account Manager

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Jan 12, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is dedicated to its mission of being the cybersecurity partner of choice, aiming to protect the digital way of life. They value innovation, collaboration, and integrity, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. The company offers a range of development and wellbeing programs for employees. As a Major Account Manager, one would drive sales, create solutions for customer challenges, and contribute to significant company revenue and growth. The role requires experience in SaaS-based architectures, especially in networking and security, with a preference for SASE technology. The company offers competitive compensation and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Regional Sales Manager

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Posted Jan 13, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is a company that prioritizes protecting the digital way of life and shaping the future of cybersecurity. They offer various job opportunities, including Regional Sales Manager roles, which involve driving sales engagements and working with customers to resolve complex cyber threats.

Manager, Network Security Customer Success Engineering

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: London, United Kingdom

Posted Jan 12, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Manager for their Customer Success Engineering team. The role involves managing a team of Customer Success Engineers, driving performance metrics, and ensuring customers maximize their return on investment. The company values collaboration, innovation, and diverse teams, offering comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment. The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of experience in Customer Success Engineering, strong consulting skills, and technical expertise in networking or cybersecurity.

District Sales Manager

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Portland, OR

Posted Jan 12, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is a company that prioritizes protecting the digital way of life and shaping the future of cybersecurity. They offer various job opportunities, including sales leadership positions, where employees can build and drive regional major account sales teams to exceed company objectives. The company values diversity, innovation, and employee well-being, and offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Principal Researcher (AI Application and Protocol Research)

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Jan 12, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company dedicated to protecting the digital way of life. They are committed to innovation, challenging the status quo, and fostering a collaborative environment. The company values its employees' unique ideas and offers comprehensive development and wellbeing programs. The role involves developing the Intrusion Prevention System, researching protocols, and collaborating with various teams on advanced cybersecurity features. The ideal candidate should have strong programming skills, a deep understanding of networking protocols, and experience in analyzing network traffic. The company offers competitive compensation and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Arista Networks?
Employees describe Arista as a collaborative, high‑velocity environment that rewards ownership and innovation. Teams operate with a strong emphasis on technical excellence, often working on real‑time packet‑switching challenges that impact global cloud infrastructure. The culture values autonomy—developers are encouraged to experiment with open‑source projects such as Open vSwitch and Arista’s own OpenFlow‑based SDN extensions—and it supports flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote options for most roles. Benefits include competitive equity packages, comprehensive health plans, and generous paid time off, reflecting the company’s commitment to long‑term employee growth.
What types of positions are available at Arista Networks?
Arista’s hiring portfolio covers a broad spectrum: - Software Engineering (C++, Go, Rust, Python) - Network Engineering (EOS, virtualization, SDN) - Cybersecurity & Network Security (tooling, threat analysis) - Sales & Solutions Engineering (hyperscale, enterprise) - Product Management & Program Management - Field Services & Technical Support - Cloud Platforms & Data Center Operations - Finance, HR, Legal, and Operations Each role typically requires a strong technical foundation, problem‑solving skills, and a passion for building scalable, high‑performance systems.
How can I stand out as an applicant for Arista Networks?
To differentiate yourself, align your resume and cover letter with Arista’s mission of delivering low‑latency, programmable networking. Highlight experience with high‑performance networking, packet‑level programming, or SDN frameworks. Demonstrate measurable impact—e.g., reduced latency by X% or increased throughput by Y% in a prior role. Contribute to relevant open‑source projects or share code on GitHub, especially if it relates to networking or distributed systems. During interviews, showcase problem‑solving with live coding or system design challenges, emphasizing scalability, reliability, and real‑world constraints. Finally, express enthusiasm for Arista’s culture of autonomy and continuous learning to resonate with hiring managers who prioritize both technical depth and cultural fit.

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