Description

What We Do:

As the world becomes increasingly connected, the demand for cybersecurity solutions has never been greater. Forescout stands at the forefront of this critical need, delivering automated cybersecurity that ensures continuous alignment between our customers’ security frameworks and their evolving digital environments. Our platform protects all asset types, including IT, IoT, OT, and IoMT, helping organisations navigate and secure the complexities of the modern connected world.

Join us in securing the world. We seek resourceful, driven individuals to collaborate as one team, delivering exceptional customer experiences. We’re passionate about tackling the toughest security challenges and staying ahead with innovative solutions. Here, every idea is valued, and visionaries are welcomed. Bring your unique perspective and help shape the future of cybersecurity with us.

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer with deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, networking, and modern data services—particularly within Azure environments. The successful candidate will play a critical role in designing, building, and optimizing the infrastructure and services underpinning our cybersecurity data ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and manage robust cloud infrastructure solutions leveraging Azure services such as Azure Synapse, Azure Data Explorer (ADX), and Azure Networking.
• Ensure high availability, security, and scalability of our cloud infrastructure to support extensive data workloads.
• Develop data pipelines and infrastructure automation using Python, Java, and optionally Perl, enhancing performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cloud services with broader cybersecurity initiatives, though prior cybersecurity expertise is not mandatory.
• Provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and drive best practices across the team.

Required Qualifications

• Strong foundational knowledge of cloud computing concepts, particularly in Azure (including Synapse Analytics, ADX, Azure Networking).
• Demonstrable experience with infrastructure management and network configuration in Azure.
• Proficiency in Python and Java; familiarity with Perl is beneficial but not required.
• Experience or familiarity with Apache Spark is a plus.
• Proven track record of building resilient, scalable cloud infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-have)

• Exposure to cybersecurity concepts, though not required.
• Experience with big data platforms and frameworks such as Spark.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code).

We encourage you to apply if you meet most but not all the desired skills and experience listed in this job posting. We value competencies, aptitude, and a great attitude as supplement to experience.

Why Join Us

• Contribute to building innovative solutions at the intersection of cloud technology and cybersecurity.
• Opportunity to work in a challenging, high-impact role within a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
• Be part of a team that values continuous learning, innovation, and technical excellence.

What Forescout Offers You

Competitive compensation and benefits – generous PTO policy, and much more.

Collaborative and innovative environment – make an impact on worldwide security while working on the hottest technology.

Leadership that supports and encourages professional growth and development.

At Forescout, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We believe that diversity of background, experiences, and perspectives leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision making. We strive to create an environment where all team members feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively promote equal opportunities and fair treatment for all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. By embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, we aspire to build a successful culture where we work together and win together as One Team.

Forescout Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We value and embrace diversity, equality, inclusion, and collaboration at the core of our “One Team” philosophy. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.