Senior Staff Software Engineer in Test (Cloud Security Services)

ZipRecruiter; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation. This role offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team focused on delivering top-tier security services. You'll leverage your extensive experience in software development and quality assurance to create solutions that define industry standards. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company fosters an environment where innovative ideas thrive. If you're excited by challenges and ready to make a significant impact in the digital security landscape, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software development or QA in cybersecurity.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols and SQA methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Creating innovative products to solve cybersecurity challenges.
• Delivering quality products that enhance industry leadership.

Skills

Python scripting

Test plan writing

SQA methodologies

TCP/IP protocols

L4-L7 protocols

Linux and Windows configuration

Open-source test tools

Cloud technologies (AWS, GCP, Azure)

Education

BS or MS degree in relevant field

Tools

Spirent

Breaking Point

Ixia

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks, everything starts and ends with our mission: to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are built on challenging and disrupting the status quo, seeking innovators committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity.

Who We Are

We take our mission seriously, relentlessly protecting our customers. We believe in the unique ideas of every team member, which contribute to our collective success. Our values, crowdsourced from employees, are reflected in our daily actions—disruptive innovation, collaboration, integrity, and inclusivity.

As part of our team, you'll help shape the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, prioritize continuous learning, and respect individual differences. Our development and wellbeing programs, including FLEXBenefits, mental and financial health resources, and personalized learning, support your growth and wellbeing.

We value collaboration and in-person interactions, primarily working full-time from our offices with flexibility as needed. Our environment fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships.

Your Career

We are the Threat Prevention & AppID QA team, at the core of our products—delivering top security services on the cloud to prevent cyberattacks. We innovate continuously, challenging industry norms and thinking ahead about evolving cyber threats.

Your Impact

• Creating products to solve unprecedented problems, defining the industry rather than waiting for instructions.
• Feeling comfortable in ambiguity, excited by challenges, and empowered by the risks in a secure digital environment.
• Delivering quality products that support our growth and industry leadership over the next decade.
• Seeing the potential of innovative people and products to transform business, proactively identifying new features and opportunities.

Your Experience

• 8+ years relevant experience, with a BS or MS degree or equivalent military experience.
• Software Development or QA experience in cybersecurity, networking, or related fields.
• Experience in writing test plans, test cases, and knowledge of SQA methodologies, tools, and procedures.
• Strong Python scripting and automation skills.
• Experience with TCP/IP protocols (ARP, IP, ICMP, TCP, UDP, IPSec VPNs).
• Experience with L4-L7 protocols (HTTP, SSL/TLS, SMTP, DNS, LDAP).
• Experience with installation and configuration of protocols on Linux and Windows.
• Understanding of internet networking at the packet level.
• Experience with open-source test and network traffic tools; familiarity with Spirent, Breaking Point, Ixia is a plus.
• Knowledge of next-generation firewalls and IPS engines is a plus.
• Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS, GCP, Azure) is desirable.

Additional Information

The Team

We define the industry by leading with innovation and embracing ambiguity. We seek individuals excited by challenges and risks, empowered by the digital world's security.

Our Commitment

We are trailblazers who dream big, take risks, and challenge the status quo in cybersecurity. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our innovation.

We provide accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If needed, contact us at [e-mail].

Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, ancestry, family or medical leave, gender, genetic information, marital status, or other protected characteristics.

All information will be kept confidential following EEO guidelines.

Compensation Disclosure

The salary range for this role is $104,000 to $195,500 annually, depending on experience and location. Compensation may include stock options and bonuses. Details available upon request.