Software Engineer - Automation

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Reston,Virginia,United StatesPosted Today

Role Overview

Verisign is hiring a Software Engineer - Automation. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Reston,Virginia. Part of Verisign's Security hiring, posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Security roles is $130k-$175k (based on 480 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

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

Requirements:

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, GitHub)
Experience with or a strong willingness to learn infrastructure automation and platform engineering technologies such as Terraform, Ansible, Puppet and OpenStack
Proficient with Linux
Python or similar scripting language
Outstanding problem solving and trouble-shooting skills
Excellent teammate who enjoys a collaborative team environment

Relevant Experience:

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

Bonus Skills:

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Software Engineer - Automation position at Verisign?

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Is the Software Engineer - Automation role at Verisign remote or in-office?

This is a hybrid role based in Reston,Virginia. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.

What does a Software Engineer - Automation at Verisign earn?

Verisign has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Software Engineer - Automation role at Verisign posted?

This role was posted on July 12, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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