Senior Principal Software Engineer, Cloud Security & Systems

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

Santa Clara (CA)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+
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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.

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