Careers

If you are interested in joining a team with a challenging and rewarding environment, then Crossbeam is the right place for you. An equal opportunity employer with competitive compensation and benefits, Crossbeam is always looking for qualified individuals in all disciplines, and around the world, to join our team.

If you do not see a current opening that matches your qualifications, we still encourage you to send your resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.

Please reference the job title when submitting a resume.
We are hiring in the following areas:

Engineering:
Principal Diagnostics Engineer
Principal Hw Design (fpga) Engineer
Principal Hw Design Verification Engineer
Sr. SQA EMS Engineer
Chassis Operations Software Engineer
Linux Software Development Engineer
Linux Network Device Driver Engineer
System Management contract Engineer

Professional Services:
Professional Services Security Consultant

Sales and Systems Engineering:
Account Managers
ADG Representitive
Sales Engineers



Principal Diagnostics Engineer

Responsible for developing software based diagnostics package for the Network Processor Module blade family. Work with Crossbeam product development community to determine requirements and execute documentation, coding, and integration test of diag’s and blade with engineering team. Assist in transfer of diag’s package to operations for production test. Provide weekly status.
Education Required:  BSEE/CS or equivalent,  MSEE/CS a plus
Experience Required:  10 – 15 years Hardware + Diags Development

Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.


Principal Hw Design (fpga) Engineer

Work with Network Processor Module and fpga design team to define requirements and execute design, verification, implementation, and integration of a large scale FPGA. Complete follow up documentation and provide status on a weekly basis.
Education Required:  BSEE/CS or equivalent,  MSEE/CS a plus
Experience Required:  10 – 15 years Hardware

Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.

Principal Hw Design Verification Engineer

Responsible for developing Verification/simulation environment for a large scale FPGA. Work with FPGA development team to determine DV environment requirements, execute documentation, coding, and integration test of of FPGA design. Provide weekly status. Additional goal is to improve DV environment for future product/fpga development.
Education Required:  BSEE/CS or equivalent,  MSEE/CS a plus
Experience Required:  10 – 15 years Hardware + Diags Development

Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.

Sr. SQA EMS Engineer

Position open for a strong self motivated senior EMS/Network Management SQA engineer to develop Crossbeam’s Security platforms. Candidate must have a strong background in testing, networking and security skills. Experience with EMS/NMS management systems, networking products and applications are required.

Essential Functions:

  • Design, develop and execute performance tests based on industry standard techniques
  • The candidate will review product requirements & design/functional specifications to scope testing requirements, work with QA and Development groups to develop test plans and strategies, provide feedback information and design new test cases.
  • The job requires creating automated test scripts to reduce testing time.
  • Execute tests, review and report results, work with Development groups to identify and resolve problems.  
  • Perform EMS/Management testing on systems to evaluate and characterize system behavior
  • Exercises independent judgment to determine the methods & procedures for new assignments manner

Requirements:

  • Working knowledge of Application software packages such as Java, iGoogle
  • Good knowledge of test methodologies like black-white box, integration, system testing
  • Proficiency in scripting such as : TCL – Expect, Perl, or Shell scripting
  • Experience working in a Linux environment
  • Good knowledge of networking concepts and configurations
  • Excellent team player.   Ability to interact with cross-functional teams.
  • Good verbal and written communications skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks in a dynamic work environment
  • 5-8 years relevant experience

Highly Desirable Skills:

  • Experience with GUI automation tools such as Selenium or Borland Silk
  • Experience in testing protocols, operating systems, security applications
  • Experience in Network and/or Security Administration will be an advantage

Education:

  • BS or MS in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.

Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.

Chassis Operations Software Engineer

We are looking for an experienced software engineer to be part of our chassis operations engineering team. The successful candidate will design and develop software for our security products, and be part of the team designing our next gen usability and serviceability architecture. The position will involve work in the areas of: system health monitoring, alarm and fault management, performance monitoring and statistics reporting, high availability functionality, upgrades/installs, and Linux kernel development. The position will include the following responsibilities:

  • Design software modules and functions
  • Develop very high quality software specifications
  • Develop medium/high complexity modules of code

Requiremtns and Skills:

  • Real-time event management; fault/alarm management; parallel processing; multi-core computer architectures
  • Experience with network or device element management systems
  • Expertise in developing C/C++ code
  • Knowledge of SNMP
  • Development or operational experience on Linux
  • L2 and L3 Networking knowledge; understanding of TCP/IP
  • Knowledge of Firewall and IPS security applications is a plus
  • Experience with virtualization and virtual machine management a plus
  • Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux or other RPM-based Linux distribution a plus
  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
  • Ability to write clear and articulate functional and design specifications
  • Minimum of 8 years of embedded software development in the areas described above
  • BS/BA in Computer Science or equivalent

Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.

Linux Software Development Engineer

We are looking for an experienced software developer to be part of our platform engineering team. The successful candidate will design and develop software for our network security products as part large Crossbeam OS virtualization project. The position will involve significant work in the following areas: Linux network stack configuration and management, component and process availability monitoring, performance monitoring and statistics reporting. The position will include the following responsibilities:

  • Design new and re-structure existing Linux user-space and kernel modules and functions
  • Develop very high quality software specifications
  • Develop medium/high complexity modules of code

Requirements and Skills:

  • Linux user space and kernel development
  • Expertise in developing embedded C/C++ code
  • Real-time event management; parallel processing; multi-core computer architectures
  • Knowledge of POSIX, Socket APIs, multi-threaded software
  • General knowledge of virtualization techniques and Linux technologies: XEN and KVM
  • L2 and L3 Networking knowledge; understanding of TCPv4/IPv4
  • L3 Routing, tunneling and IPv6 knowledge is a plus.
  • Experience with network device drivers in Linux or BSD
  • Knowledge of Firewall and IPS security applications is a plus
  • Experience with Free BSD user space environment is a plus
  • Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux or other RPM-based Linux distribution a plus
  • Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to write clear and articulate functional and design specifications
  • Prior experience with Intel Xeon or multi-core MIPs processors is a plus.
  • GNU, CVS, BugZilla, GDB
  • Minimum of 8 years of embedded software development in the areas described above
  • BS/BA in Computer Science or equivalent

Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.

Linux Network Device Driver Engineer

We are looking for an experienced software developer to be part of our platform engineering team. The successful candidate will design and develop software for our network security products as part of Intel-based board support project.
The position will involve significant work optimizing the performance of the network drivers and network I/O. Linux network stack and buffer management expertise are required.
The position will include the following responsibilities:

  • Design new and re-structure existing network I/O drivers 
  • Develop very high quality software specifications
  • Develop medium/high complexity modules of code

Requirements and Skills:

  • Linux 2.6.18 or higher kernel development
  • Expertise in developing embedded C code
  • Real-time event management; parallel processing; multi-core computer architectures
  • Understanding and experience in Intel multi-socket NUMA architecture.
  • L2 and L3 Networking knowledge; understanding of TCP/IP
  • General knowledge of virtualization techniques and Linux technologies: XEN and KVM is a plus
  • L3 Routing, tunneling and IPv6 knowledge is a plus.
  • Experience with network device drivers in BSD is a plus
  • Knowledge of Firewall and IPS security applications is a plus
  • Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to write clear and articulate functional and design specifications
  • Prior experience with multi-core MIPs processors is a plus.
  • GNU, CVS, BugZilla, KGDB
  • Minimum of 8 years of embedded software development in the areas described above
  • BS/BA in Computer Science or equivalent

Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.

System Management contract Engineer

Seeking senior level contract software engineer for 6 months to assist in ongoing IPv4 to IPv6 system conversion project. Must have strong Java and C development, testing, and debugging skills for server-side enhancements to an existing Web server on a Linux-based system. SQL, Swing, JNI experience required.
Embedded IPv6 experience is a plus.

The successful candidate must also demonstrate experience in the following areas:

  • Linux and C development
  • Makefile/build procedures
  • GNU, CVS, Bugzilla, GDB
  • Good knowledge of networking concepts and configurations
  • Excellent team player
  • Good verbal and written communications skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks in a dynamic work environment
  • Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux or other RPM-based Linux distribution a plus
  • Minimum of 6 years of embedded software development in the areas described above
  • Minimum of 2 years as a software contractor
  • BS/BA in Computer Science or equivalent

Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.

Account Managers
Please reference job code SALES when submitting a resume.

We have openings for seasoned sales account managers with 5+ years experience selling to large accounts. A background in data communications and scalable network applications is preferred.

Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.

ADG Representitive
The Account Development Rep will be responsible for  Suspect Qualification and setting qualified meetings for the field sales teams.  They will work with the  field sales team to help drive “qualified” opportunities into the pipeline. 

Responsibilities:

  • Drive “Qualified” Opportunities into the Pipeline – Utilize both marketing-driven and sales-driven suspect activity to drive qualified opportunities into the pipeline. This includes following up on all suspects that meet the criteria for the Account Development Group and focusing on converting them to qualified leads. This activity may include signing them up for a seminar or event; sending additional information; or closing for a meeting. Make sure that all follow up is documented and logged in the CRM system.
  • Field Follow Up and Communication – Work with the field as a representative of the group. Also, when following up on leads, keep open communication with the field to insure timely and complete follow up with a lead. Make sure that all follow up in documented and logged in the CRM system.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 4 year BS/BA degree with a mixture of 4+ years of experience in sales, telesales, and/or telemarketing.  Excellent organizational and communication skills.  Must have the ability to establish rapport and build demand over the phone.  Must be able to work with all levels of management both inside and outside Crossbeam. 

Skill Requirements:

  • Management Skills
    • Make Good Business Decisions
    • Assist in Recruiting High Quality People
    • Assist in Developing People
    • Help in Motivating the Team
    • Managing and Measuring Work
    • Communicate Effectively
    • Perform in a Professional Manner
    • Solve Problems
  • Knowledge
    • Crossbeam Systems
    • Internal Processes
    • Telesales / Telemarketing Calling Practices
    • Industry Best Practices
  • Personal Characteristics
    • Confident
    • Resourceful
    • Accountable
    • Good at Setting Priorities
    • Positive in Attitude
    • Honest
    • Hard Working
  • Operational Skills
    • Suspect Qualification
    • CRM Usage
    • Account Penetration
    • Account Profiling
    • Work Effectively with other Departments

Interested candidates should send resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.

Professional Services Security Consultant
The Professional Services Consultant is responsible for delivering both pre-sales and post-sales activities as a part of a fast growing Global Services organization.  The PS Consultant will work closely with the sales organization to develop and deliver professional services methodologies and offerings to ensure that Company’s solutions offerings are clearly mapped to the customer and prospect business needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with Sales and SEs to engage Professional services in the sales process
  • Assist Sales and PS Engagement Managers during pre-sales process in preparing and reviewing proposals, presentations and Statements of Work (SOW) for professional services engagements
  • Prepare, develop and execute detailed project implementation plan based on mutually agreed SOW with customers to achieve highest customer satisfaction
  • Perform day-to-day management of assigned project to ensure 100% success including customer satisfaction rating between 4-5.
  • Provide technical leaderships on assigned consulting projects to ensure 100% success in planning, designing, testing and implementation of company security solutions
  • Collaborate with sales, sales engineers, tech support, engineering and field consultants to develop best practices for successful delivery of assigned service engagements
  • Work with local Sales management to ensure consistent application of corporate professional services strategy and standards
  • Develop and enhance proper tools, policies and systems that provide for a scalable, consistent, efficient, effective and high quality delivery of PS services
  • Submit time and expense reports based on defined processes and procedures

Qualifications:

  • 7+ years hands-on networking and/or network security architecture and implementation experience
  • 5+ years technical  leadership in a consulting and professional services organizations
  • Led network security design, implementation, and configuration projects
  • Firewall experience and certification on Check Point, Cisco PIX/ASA and others
  • Solid understanding of routing protocols, switching, QoS, WAN, wireless & VLAN technologies with ability to design and configure complex networks
  • Solid understanding of IDS, IPS, Content Filtering, Email Security, Penetration Testing, VPN technologies and Security Compliance
  • Security experience and/or certifications from Cisco, Websense, IronPort, Crossbeam, Check Point, ISS, RSA, F5, Blue Coat or Qualys
  • Industries certification such as CISSP, A+, SANS, GIAC a plus
  • VMware experience a plus
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills required
  • Very strong customer-facing communication and presentation skills
  • Project management in IT security and telecom industry expertise a plus
  • This role requires to travel extensively to customer locations to provide pre-sales and on-site consulting service delivery and management
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related discipline

Interested candidates should send resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.

Pre-Sales Systems Engineer
The Pre-Sales Systems Engineer (SE) is responsible for supporting their assigned Account Manager and Regional Channel Manager with all technical elements of the sales process while selling Crossbeam solutions to potential customers and resellers. The Systems Engineers primary charter is to obtain solution closure within the sales cycle from the technical buyer, and to maintain account satisfaction with Crossbeam products.

Responsibilities:

  • Partner with Account Executives in a pre-sales capacity presenting Crossbeam products and services while developing designs and solutions aligned to the customer's business requirements and IT priorities
  • Configuring Crossbeam products for evaluation and proof of concepts, as well as responding to all RFP/RFI requests and managing the on-site customer demonstration to obtain solution closure
  • Establish trusted advisory partnerships with key customers to define technology direction and adaptation of emerging technologies; perform effective technical opportunity analysis of accounts to know who the key solution decision makers are and maintain effective relationships with those key individuals
  • Participate as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the regional team providing engineering guidance in their area of specialization
  • Perform detailed high quality presentations to technical and executive audiences
  • Assist with technical trainings and updates to Channel Partners as needed
  • Enhance product and industry knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; maintain thorough Crossbeam product knowledge through new releases and product upgrades
  • Effectively balance independent projects while working collaboratively in a team environment and leading growth initiatives
  • Remain confident, energetic, and decisive asserting their duties as a System Engineer
  • Maintain knowledge of competitive products
  • Passion for customer service and success

Requirements:

The selected candidate must have a minimum 5 years of professional industry experience developing and designing large IP-based networks for enterprise Fortune 500 customers. The Engineer is required to have deep and extensive experience in the key technologies related to TCP/IP data protocols and IP routing and switching technologies and must be prepared to review this during the interview screening process. Knowledge and experience with network security products is strongly desired. Pre-sales experience is required. Qualifications also include:

  • BS/BA in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or equivalent is required
  • CCNP / CCIE or JNCIE Certification is preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills are required for this role and the candidate should provide examples of their work on request
  • Advanced specialization skill in network security products, preferably Check Point Firewall & VSX, ISS Proventia or Sourcefire 3D system
  • Other industry certification such as CISSP is desirable
  • Ability to travel extensively throughout the assigned geographic region

Interested candidates should send resume to jobs@crossbeam.com.