Sr Research Engineer

<div class="content-intro"><p>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.&nbsp;</p> <p>We are a mission focused, values driven company where each individual can contribute to building a stronger, more secure internet.&nbsp; We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive benefits and the ability to grow your career.</p></div><p>Seeking enthusiastic candidates for a truly exciting opportunity to strengthen and extend the core security substrate at the heart of the Internet. Successful candidates for this position will be in a position to make fundamental and broadly impactful enhancements to the very foundations of Internet security. The Sr Engineer - Research Engineering plays a lead technical role in identifying and developing novel and operationally relevant research concepts related to Internet infrastructure applications and protocols.&nbsp; The applicant is expected to be ready to understand how technology impacts Verisign's business and pursue solutions that will mitigate risk or accelerate opportunities for Verisign's business.&nbsp; This role is responsible for collaborating on integration strategies for technologies across the company and the industry.</p> <p>Key responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Works closely with business and technology leaders to identify research and development opportunities based on long-term business strategy and objectives. Provides business and technology leaders with active support enhancing the forward direction and innovative potential of their areas.</li> <li>Develops real world solutions to difficult technology problems through innovative yet programmatic approaches.</li> <li>Develops compelling and easy to understand use cases as well as software and systems prototypes.</li> <li>Serves as a recognized technical expert. Mentors and provides guidance to more junior level engineers.&nbsp; Coordinates and provides leadership in interdepartmental research projects and efforts, for example, organizing and directing the Research summer internship program.</li> <li>Represents Verisign in related external forums to build our reputation as an industry thought leader; publicizes research results in appropriate internal and external forums.</li> </ul> <p>Education and experience requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelors and Masters degrees in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical field are required; PhD is preferred</li> <li>8-10+ years’ experience in research engineering, ideally with a mix of professional and academic experience</li> <li>Experience with systems development research and/or