Senior Layer-7 Security Software Engineer

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is seeking a senior security software engineer for the Layer-7 Security group to design and develop device identity and security features in next-generation firewalls.

You will collaborate with product management, translate user requirements into functional design, and implement robust, scalable software across the full development cycle. The role requires strong C under Linux, experience with multi-threaded high‑performance systems, TCP/IP networking, and a passion for

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or related field plus 2+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Proficient in C under Linux, with TCP/IP networking experience.
• Experience with multi-threaded, high-performance distributed software design/architecture.
• Willingness to leverage AI to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in security or networking industry.
• Experience with Redis or NoSQL databases is a plus.
• Go and Python experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Innovate, design, develop and improve the Next‑Generation Firewall, focusing on device identity solutions.
• Own and be responsible for critical components in the Next‑Generation Firewall system.
• Deliver features and improvements in high-quality and high-performance components.
• Collaborate with team members and cross-team to architect innovative solutions in networking and security.

Skills

C programming

Linux

Multi-threaded programming

TCP/IP networking

AI for productivity

Security industry experience

Go

Python

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

MS or PhD preferred

Tools

Redis

NoSQL

Job description

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is seeking a senior security software engineer for the Layer-7 Security group to design and develop device identity and security features in next-generation firewalls.

You will collaborate with product management, translate user requirements into functional design, and implement robust, scalable software across the full development cycle. The role requires strong C under Linux, experience with multi-threaded high‑performance systems, TCP/IP networking, and a passion for