Principal AI Automation & Cloud Security QA Engineer

Palo Alto Networks; California (MO); On-site; USD 187,000 - 303,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Principal Software Automation/Test Engineer to lead testing for next-generation firewall and cloud security products. You will build and run automated tests, work with cross-functional teams, and strengthen product quality across public and private clouds.

You will drive testing strategy, mentor QA engineers, and push for reliability and scalable automation in a fast-paced environment that leverages AI-driven approaches.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of related experience in software QA/testing and automation.
• Experience testing Firewall or Network Security appliances.
• Proven track record of building autonomous testing systems or AI-powered QA tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead functional testing for Palo Alto Networks’ VM/CN firewalls and Cloud NGFW across cloud providers.
• Develop and maintain automated test suites and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Software, and QA teams to ensure timely, high-quality releases.

Skills

Automation testing

Python scripting

Cloud testing

QA leadership

Networking knowledge

Linux

REST APIs

Education

MSEE/CS or BS/CS (career level)

Tools

Spirent Avalanche

IX Load

Breaking Point

Job description

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Principal Software Automation/Test Engineer to lead testing for next-generation firewall and cloud security products. You will build and run automated tests, work with cross-functional teams, and strengthen product quality across public and private clouds.

You will drive testing strategy, mentor QA engineers, and push for reliability and scalable automation in a fast-paced environment that leverages AI-driven approaches.