Role description

Junior Engineer, Products (Python)

NIKSUN

TypeFull-time

SeniorityJunior

Salary$55,000–$60,000

LocationPrinceton, NJ

Posted4/20/2026

Engineering

Software Developer - Python

NIKSUN is the recognized worldwide leader in making the Unknown Known, by using next generation technology that revolutionizes the way networks and services are secured, protected and managed. The company develops and deploys a complete range of award-winning forensics, compliance, security surveillance and performance management solutions for applications ranging from core infrastructures to edge and branch environments.

Required Qualifications:

0-2 years of work experience and strong knowledge of Linux/UNIX system administration (Ubuntu/Debian experience is required. *BSD is a plus)
Extensive system administration from the CLI (command line interface)
Must have the ability to write scripts in Python and UNIX shell languages (SH, BASH, CSH, etc.)
Ability to develop in Python coding RESTful APIs, shell languages and system administration. PERL, PHP, other languages a plus.
Experience in developing, deploying, and/or administering Containers/Docker (or similar technologies) based applications and/or services architectures.
Knowledge and use of Windows Office365 products as a user

Desired Qualifications:

Basic networking knowledge and skills (IP networking, firewalls, wireless, etc.)
Some experience with Cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP, OpenStack, VMWare, VirtualBox, etc.) desirable.
Has experience with APT, Yum, RPM, or similar package management tools, installations, usage
Experience with automation tools such as Chef, Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, etc. is a plus

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, or protected veteran status.

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Company info

NIKSUN

In the ever-growing world of Cloud Computing, Big Data and the Internet of Things, NIKSUN® is the industry leader in making the unknown known. NIKSUN delivers real-time, forensics-based cyber security and network monitoring solutions to secure critical infrastructure, optimize service delivery, and reduce compliance risks. Based on the world’s most scalable and modular technology, Alpine, NIKSUN is revolutionizing the network monitoring industry. Securing information matters now more than ever - NIKSUN's innovative monitoring and forensics products and solutions provide a comprehensive cyber defense against malware, breaches and attacks. With more than 1,000 satisfied enterprise customers in over 30 countries, NIKSUN is the only network-wide monitoring company that provides organizations with the power to instantly Know the Unknown®.

HQPrinceton, US

Size460 employees