Senior Software Engineer, Palo Alto Networks
$131-213.5k
US Citizenship Required
Office located in Santa Clara, CA
Leading cybersecurity protections and software platform
Be an early applicant
Leading cybersecurity protections and software platform
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$131-213.5k
US Citizenship Required
Office located in Santa Clara, CA
1001+ employees
Company mission
To be the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Role
Who you are
- If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to help shape the future of IT operations with AI—we’d love to hear from you
- 5+ years of hands-on software development experience, especially focusing on Atlassian product suite (Jira, Confluence, Jira Service Management – Data Center)
- Proficiency in one or more programming/scripting languages such as JavaScript, Python, or Groovy
- Familiarity with applying AI to real-world use cases such as automation, data analysis, NLP, or intelligent recommendations
- Strong knowledge of REST APIs, databases, and software development practices
- Experience managing and supporting third-party Jira add-ons (e.g., Advanced Roadmaps, Structure, etc.)
- Familiarity with enterprise integration platforms and tools; experience connecting Jira with platforms such as ServiceNow, Okta, or Slack is a plus
- Working knowledge of SDLC methodologies and Agile frameworks
- Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent military experience required
- 5 + years of relevant work experience required
Desirable
- Experience in infrastructure automation or CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with AI prompt engineering or LLM integrations
- Familiarity with ITSM tools or enterprise service management practices
- Prior experience in IT operations or enterprise software environments
What the job involves
- As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity
- We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join our Information Technology team and help lead the development and implementation of our program management platforms
- In this role, you’ll be responsible for designing and executing strategic roadmaps, configuring and integrating corporate applications, and supporting systems that improve overall business performance
- You'll play a key role in exploring opportunities to leverage AI technologies to enhance automation, improve decision-making, and optimize workflows
- This includes working with data-driven systems, integrating AI models, or using AI/ML-based APIs where appropriate
- Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable and maintainable software applications
- Lead technical design and implementation efforts for internal software systems and integrations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and deliver new features and system improvements
- Integrate corporate tools (on-premises, AWS, and SaaS) for provisioning, configuration management, and reporting
- Design and implement AI-driven enhancements to existing workflows and business processes
- Support and enhance Jira and Confluence environments, including project migrations (from cloud and data center), configuration, and plugin management
- Serve as part of the IT Atlassian team to maintain and optimize Jira/Confluence Data Center instances
- Troubleshoot system and user-level issues and implement scalable, long-term solutions
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, user guides, and training materials
- Build automations using scripting languages (e.g., Groovy, Python), including the use of AI/ML libraries or APIs where applicable
Our take
With cyber threats evolving at lightening speed, businesses need robust solutions to protect their data and infrastructure. And the global cybersecurity market is projected to grow significantly, driven by increasing cyberattacks and the adoption of digital transformation initiatives. Because of this, companies are seeking security platforms that can address these challenges efficiently.
That's where Palo Alto Networks steps in, a frontrunner in the cybersecurity arena. It offers a suite of AI-powered security solutions designed to safeguard enterprises across various sectors. Its platforms, such as Cortex XSIAM and Prisma AIRS, integrate advanced threat detection, zero trust architecture, and real-time response capabilities so organizations are ready to manage and mitigate risks.
Its leadership is evident too, with impressive growth and strategic partnerships. Recently the company surpassed $1.5M in sales through the Google Cloud Marketplace, highlighting the demand for its innovative security solutions. Additionally, a collaboration with AT&T aims to enhance cybersecurity offerings, further solidifying its position in the market.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Funding (2 rounds)
Sep 2022
$34m
SERIES A
May 2022
$11m
SEED
Total funding: $45m
Company benefits
- Healthcare: We value your health and provide options so you can choose what best supports your lifestyle and personal health goals. Various nationwide plans — including Blue Shield of California, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, VSP, and more — are available to you and your family. Our providers offer the flexibility you want and the coverage you need
- Wellness: With a large on-site gym and daily, instructor-led exercise classes at HQ in Santa Clara, Palo Alto Networks actively supports employee fitness. Our juice bar, Gym & Juice, features fresh juice blends, a quick and nutritious option pre- or post-workout. And our ongoing wellness speaker series highlights the latest trends in health and wellness
- Development: Professional development is serious business at Palo Alto Networks, where the Talent Development team offers 25+ courses to help employees boost their careers and develop leadership capability
- Financial: Most roles are eligible for equity grants, and we now offer new hires a quarterly vesting schedule right away. We want you to be fairly compensated and rewarded as soon as you make an impact – on our team, that happens immediately! And because we consider every employee a stakeholder in our long-term success, we offer an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with a 24-month lookback. From life insurance to health savings accounts, we provide ways to help you protect and grow your wealth. Palo Alto Networks offers both traditional and Roth 401(k) options, along with a company match of 50% to a max annual amount of $1,000
- Time Off: In addition to paid corporate holidays, Flexible Time Off programs empower our employees to balance their work schedules with personal time off. We offer 12 weeks of full pay for medical leave and 6 weeks of full pay for parental leave. As a company with strong ties to the military and veterans, we also offer 26 weeks of full pay for military leave
- Perks: Our corporate discount program provides employees with significant discounts on merchandise, travel and entertainment. We offer many on-site perks at headquarters, including cafeterias, fuel service, dry cleaning service, EV charging stations, and a company store. We also provide complimentary drinks, fresh fruit, and snacks in break rooms across our campus to help everyone power through the day. Life at Palo Alto Network
Company HQ
Santa Clara, CA
Leadership
Nikesh Arora
(CEO & Chairman)Previously the President and COO at SoftBank, CBO at Google, and CMO at T-Mobile.
Nir Zuk
(Founder & CTO)Previously CTO at NetScreen Technologies, which was acquired by Juniper Neworks in 2004. They also co-founded OneSecure where they served as CTO and was the Principal Engineer at Check Point Software Technologies.
Lee Klarich
(CPO)Initially joined Palo Alto in 2006 as the EVP of Product Management and became CPO in 2018. Prior to this, they were the Director of Product Management at Juniper Networks and a Product Line Manager at NetScreen Technologies.
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