Principal Engineer Software (Full-Stack- Prisma Browser)

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 277,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is seeking a Principal Full-Stack Developer to enhance product development through innovative web applications. You will leverage your full-stack expertise to create and support features from design to deployment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with extensive experience, strong TypeScript proficiency, and a collaborative mindset. The role includes significant responsibilities in leadership and mentoring, while also working with advanced technologies for cybersecurity solutions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience related to full-stack development, Bachelor's required.
• Strong proficiency in TypeScript is essential.
• Experience with a frontend framework, preferably React.

Responsibilities

• Create and own features through design to deployment.
• Lead end-to-end platform projects for product improvements.
• Mentor engineers and improve team performance.

Skills

TypeScript

Frontend framework (React preferred)

Web application architecture

Go-lang (advantage)

Chrome Extensions (big advantage)

Independent and teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 8 years experience or equivalent

Master’s degree with 6 years experience

PhD with 3 years experience

Job description

Job Summary

Principal Full-Stack Developer

We are looking for a talented Principal Full‑Stack Engineer that will leverage their extensive experience in both frontend and backend technologies to shape and enhance our product. They will play a pivotal role in developing cutting‑edge web applications. Full‑Stack Engineers are crucial in building and maintaining the robust and scalable solutions that drive our cybersecurity efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and own features from design and development through to deployment and support in customer environments.
• Lead platform projects end‑to‑end, owning specific flows and delivering substantial product improvements.
• Work closely with product management and customers to devise creative and innovative solutions to complex security challenges.
• Serve as a technical leader, mentoring other engineers and improving the team's overall performance and best practices.
• Identify areas for improvement within team processes and actively drive positive change through new initiatives or optimizations.
• Work on both frontend and backend tasks.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design, build, and optimize features.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of related experience; or Master’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of related experience; or PhD with a minimum of 3 years of related experience; or equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years of experience in full‑stack development.
• Strong proficiency in TypeScript.
• Good understanding of web application architecture, including frontend and backend.
• Positive “can‑do” mindset, able to work independently and within a team.
• Experience with at least one frontend framework (React preferred).
• Big advantage: Experience with Chrome Extensions.
• Advantage: Experience with Go‑lang.

Compensation Disclosure

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non‑sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. $170,000.00 - $277,000.00/yr

Equal Opportunity

Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at [e-mail].

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship?: Yes