Senior Engineering Manager Test/Automation - Prisma Access

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is seeking an experienced Test Engineering leader to guide the SSE Solution and Next Gen Security initiatives for the Prisma SASE team.

You will drive AI-driven test strategies and collaborate with Architecture, Product Management, and Operations to ensure quality from design through deployment. The role emphasizes building and mentoring a high-performing QA/Automation team, delivering scalable test frameworks, and overseeing end-to-end validation across API, UI, and

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of software development or Test Engineering experience in cybersecurity, Networking and related areas.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ yrs of experience building and leading a team of SDETs working on carrier/enterprise grade Network Security or Infrastructure products across geographies in fast moving, high growth environments.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, mentor, and manage a team of high-performing QA/Automation engineers. Drive team goals, performance reviews, and technical career growth.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and quality metrics for Prisma Access components (including Zero Trust Network Access, Cloud Secure Web Gateway, and Firewall-as-a-Service).
• Participate in system design so that Quality is considered throughout the entire lifecycle of the Prisma SASE Feature Design and Development
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of scalable end-to-end AI Driven automation test frameworks (API, UI, network protocols, performance, and chaos testing)
• Oversee test execution across CI/CD pipelines, ensure rapid regression testing, and act as a final sign-off authority for cloud production deployments.
• Partner with Architecture, Product Management, and Operations to understand feature requirements, customer use cases, and cloud infrastructure scale challenges.
• Track quality metrics (defect density, test coverage, build pass rates) and drive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for field escalations to prevent issue recurrence.

Skills

QA/Automation leadership

Team management

Test strategy

CI/CD

AI-driven testing

Cloud & virtualization

Networking knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker/Kubernetes

Linux/ESXi virtualization

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place.

Who We Are

In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!

We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real‑time problem‑solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Test Engineering leader to lead the SSE Solution and Next Gen Security initiatives for the Prisma SASE team. We want leaders who are passionate about technology and will bring in an AI Driven Software engineering approach to Test. Collaboration and teamwork are at the foundation of our culture and leaders who can communicate effectively across all levels and work well with others towards achieving a common goal are deeply valued.

Your Career

Your Impact :

• Recruit, mentor, and manage a team of high-performing QA/Automation engineers. Drive team goals, performance reviews, and technical career growth.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and quality metrics for Prisma Access components (including Zero Trust Network Access, Cloud Secure Web Gateway, and Firewall-as-a-Service).
• Participate in system design so that Quality is considered throughout the entire lifecycle of the Prisma SASE Feature Design and Development
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of scalable end-to-end AI Driven automation test frameworks (API, UI, network protocols, performance, and chaos testing
• Oversee test execution across CI/CD pipelines, ensure rapid regression testing, and act as a final sign-off authority for cloud production deployments.
• Partner with Architecture, Product Management, and Operations to understand feature requirements, customer use cases, and cloud infrastructure scale challenges.
• Track quality metrics (defect density, test coverage, build pass rates) and drive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for field escalations to prevent issue recurrence.

Qualifications

Your Experience

• 10-12 years of software development or Test Engineering experience in the cybersecurity, Networking and related areas
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ yrs of experience building and leading a team of SDETs working on carrier/enterprise grade Network Security or Infrastructure products across geographies in fast moving, high growth environments.

• Experience with IPSec, BGP,DHCP and TCP/UDP Networking.
• Experience with SASE technologies such as Zero Trust Network Access, SD-WAN, CASB and DLP.
• 1+ years of hands‑on experience with driving AI transformation in Engineering by leveraging Agentic engineering, AI-assisted development workflows building deep familiarity with Claude, Cursor, Agentic Harnesses and Autonomous AI driven workflows.
• Experience with Linux or Esxi Virtualization or Docker/Kubernetes or experience with Cloud Technologies such Aws/Azure/GCP is a huge plus
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and to work in a fast paced, innovative environment.

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/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.

$144,400.00 - $233,675.00/yr

Our Commitment

We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.

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].

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.

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship?: Yes