Principal Software Engineer, Palo Alto Networks
Network Security Data Path
$147-215k
Role eligible for sponsorship.
3 days a week in office (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
$147-215k
Role eligible for sponsorship.
3 days a week in office (Santa Clara, CA)
1001+ employees
Company mission
To be the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Role
Who you are
- We are looking for someone who cares deeply about the technical development of other engineers on the team and is able to effectively balance the needs and priorities of the business, our users, and the growth of our engineers
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent military experience
- Experience with at least one of the cloud platforms (GCP, AWS and Azure)
- Experience writing Go, Python, or other language at production scale
- Knowledge of infrastructure as code (IaC) and config mgmt tools like Terraform and ansible
- Understanding of Unix/Linux, SSH, and networking fundamentals
- 10+ years of experience in software engineering, DevOps, or related fields
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams
- Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana)
- Hands-on experience with GitLab, Vault, and Artifactory in complex environments
Desirable
- Previous experience in a cybersecurity or high-tech environment
- Experience with AI tools and infrastructure for developer productivity
- Bonus: Experience with ML, GenAI and Agentic AI
What the job involves
- As part of the Network Security dataplane team, you are responsible for developing and innovating solutions for Palo Alto Networks next-generation Firewalls and Prisma Access Cloud
- Specifically in the areas of network security, high throughput networking, next generation cluster and data plane architecture
- You will also be responsible for innovation, developing proof of concept and productizing 'new' ideas by implementing them and collaborating with team members
- Set the example for high levels of accountability
- Execute and deliver impact both individually and through the team
- Tool Management and Optimization
- Plan, deploy, and manage GitLab, Vault, and Artifactory across different environments
- Ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of these tools in FedRamp and China operational contexts
- CI/CD Pipeline Development
- Design, develop, and maintain comprehensive CI/CD templates for use across various engineering teams
- Provide support and best practices for the adoption and customization of CI/CD templates
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including security, compliance, and development, to ensure alignment and integration of engineering productivity tools
- Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide technical expertise, and deliver scalable solutions
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.
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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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