Principal PM, SD-WAN & SASE — AI-Driven Networking

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Principal Product Manager to define the modern branch networking experience—encompassing routing, switching, Wi‑Fi, automation, and AI‑assisted operations. You will own critical capabilities in SD‑WAN and branch platforms, shaping deployment, operation, and troubleshooting for enterprise customers globally.

You will work at the intersection of deep networking technology and product experience, translating concepts like BGP, OSPF, traffic steering, and APIs into

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Product Management or equivalent
• Deep technical knowledge of SD-WAN and enterprise networking including BGP/OSPF
• Experience with Branch LAN technologies such as switching and Wi-Fi
• Strong collaboration with UX/UI, Eng, Support, Sales Engineering
• Experience defining REST APIs or network automation tools

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the roadmap for core SD-WAN and branch networking capabilities (BGP, OSPF, path monitoring, traffic steering, switching, Wi-Fi).
• Design end-to-end workflows to deploy, configure, monitor, and troubleshoot branch environments at scale.
• Partner with Engineering to deliver RESTful APIs and automation interfaces for routing, SD-WAN, and branch configuration.
• Collaborate with UX/UI to translate complex routing/topology data into actionable experiences.
• Incorporate observability, telemetry, and troubleshooting requirements into product development.

Skills

SD-WAN

Routing protocols

BGP

OSPF

Branch networking

APIs

Automation

AI/ML in networking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

REST APIs

Automation frameworks

Job description

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Principal Product Manager to define the modern branch networking experience—encompassing routing, switching, Wi‑Fi, automation, and AI‑assisted operations. You will own critical capabilities in SD‑WAN and branch platforms, shaping deployment, operation, and troubleshooting for enterprise customers globally.

You will work at the intersection of deep networking technology and product experience, translating concepts like BGP, OSPF, traffic steering, and APIs into