Djalal Harouni
About Djalal Harouni
Djalal Harouni is a Senior Software Engineer at Isovalent in Germany, specializing in eBPF technology and cloud native runtime security. He has a diverse background, having worked at notable companies such as Google and Endocode AG, and is actively involved in the open source community.
Work at Isovalent
Djalal Harouni has been employed at Isovalent as a Senior Software Engineer since 2022. In this role, he focuses on advancing cloud native technologies, particularly through the development and application of eBPF technology. His work contributes to enhancing runtime security within cloud environments, aligning with Isovalent's mission to improve cloud-native networking and security solutions.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to his current role, Djalal Harouni held multiple positions in software development. He worked at Google during the Google Summer of Code in 2010 and 2011, where he contributed as a Software Developer for three months each time. He also served as a Senior Software Engineer at Endocode AG from 2015 to 2017, and as a Technical Lead and Managing Director at Open Devices GmbH from 2017 to 2020.
Expertise in IoT and Embedded Linux
Djalal Harouni possesses specialized knowledge in Internet of Things (IoT) and Embedded Linux. His expertise includes a strong focus on security and infrastructure, which is critical for developing robust and secure applications in these domains. His background supports his contributions to projects that require a deep understanding of both hardware and software integration.
Contributions to eBPF Technology
Harouni has made significant contributions to the development of eBPF technology, which is essential for enhancing cloud native runtime security. His involvement includes writing technical content, such as a blog post on detecting the XZ Utils CVE 2024-3094 exploit using eBPF and Tetragon. This work highlights his commitment to improving security practices within the software development community.
Involvement in Open Source Community
Djalal Harouni is actively engaged in the open source community, particularly in initiatives related to Linux Containers and the Linux kernel. His participation in these projects reflects his dedication to collaborative development and the advancement of open source technologies, which are vital for innovation in software engineering.