Senior Principal Software Engineer, Cloud Security & Systems

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working policies

Continuous learning opportunities

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. seeks a Software Engineer to work on next-generation security platforms, delivering cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. As part of the WildFire Team, you will collaborate with developers and researchers to tackle emerging threats in an innovative environment.

The candidate must have extensive knowledge of operating systems and hands-on experience with C, C++, and Python. This position is located in Santa Clara, California, and offers a hybrid work model promoting flexibility.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience working on Hypervisor development or low-level Operating System development.
• Excellent Operating System internals understanding.
• Proficient in C, C++, and Python development.

Responsibilities

• Work with developers, researchers, data scientists, and security experts.
• Design and operate secure cloud infrastructure.
• Automate robust deployment of services.
• Participate in design reviews.

Skills

Hypervisor development

Operating System development

Linux

C

C++

Python

Concurrent Programming

Device drivers knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Education

BS/MS in computer science/engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. seeks a Software Engineer to work on next-generation security platforms, delivering cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. As part of the WildFire Team, you will collaborate with developers and researchers to tackle emerging threats in an innovative environment.

The candidate must have extensive knowledge of operating systems and hands-on experience with C, C++, and Python. This position is located in Santa Clara, California, and offers a hybrid work model promoting flexibility.