Sr Principal Engineer Software (Unit 42)

ZipRecruiter; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 277,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative cybersecurity firm is searching for a visionary Senior Principal Frontend Engineer to shape the future of user interactions. In this role, you will craft top-tier product experiences and lead the frontend infrastructure for a flagship platform. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will drive the adoption of modern technologies while advocating for process improvements. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment that values creativity and collaboration, making a significant impact on the cybersecurity landscape. Join a team that is dedicated to protecting the digital way of life and fostering a culture of innovation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in senior web front-end engineering role with strong React experience.
• Proficiency in TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern frontend frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Own the Web frontend for Unit 42’s flagship platform, Arcade.
• Lead all Web UI implementation for first-party and third-party solutions.

Skills

React

TypeScript

HTML5

CSS3

UX/UI Design

RESTful APIs

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Git

Webpack

Jest

Cypress

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks, everything starts and ends with our mission: being 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 a company built on challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Who We Are

We take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers, and we believe that the unique ideas of every team member contribute to our collective success. Our values, crowdsourced from employees, are reflected in our daily actions—embracing disruptive innovation, collaboration, integrity, and inclusion.

As a member of our team, you will shape the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and respect each employee as a unique individual. Our development and wellbeing programs are designed to support diverse needs, including our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account, mental and financial health resources, and personalized learning opportunities.

Job Description

Your Career

We seek a visionary frontend engineer passionate about crafting innovative products that redefine user interactions and elevate industry standards. Our ideal candidate is driven by frontend development expertise and a commitment to creating robust, global solutions that address complex challenges. At Unit 42, we foster a culture of collaboration, valuing leaders who take ownership, communicate effectively, and thrive in cross-functional teams.

Unit 42 is a leader in cybersecurity, offering industry expertise to support enterprises worldwide. As a Senior Principal Frontend Engineer, you will design and maintain the frontend infrastructure for Unit 42’s customer-facing and internal web applications. You will collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to ensure seamless integration and scalability across diverse user profiles and regions. We seek a proactive self-starter with strong UX/UI intuition who can drive adoption of modern frontend technologies and foster innovation in our agile environment.

Your Impact

• Own the Web frontend for Unit 42’s flagship platform, Arcade, supporting business capabilities and security insights with integrations into existing products.
• Build top-tier product experiences in collaboration with Product Management and Design.
• Evaluate vendors and ensure solutions can be customized for optimal user experience.
• Lead all Web UI implementation for first-party and third-party solutions.
• Design robust technical solutions to business problems, emphasizing quality and execution.
• Advocate for process improvements in development workflows.
• Communicate goals and outcomes clearly to internal teams.

Qualifications

Your Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent military experience. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• 8+ years in a senior web front-end engineering role.
• 5+ years of professional experience with React and a portfolio of innovative, user-centric web applications.
• Strong coding skills in a typed programming language.
• Proficiency in TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern frontend frameworks.
• Experience with Remix is a plus.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex) and asynchronous programming.
• Strong UX/UI design intuition and effective collaboration with product and design teams.
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs and integrating with backend services.
• Proficiency with version control (e.g., Git), build tools (e.g., Webpack), and frontend testing frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for high-quality software.
• Experience with server-side rendering and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress) is a plus.
• Previous leadership or ownership experience in frontend applications is desirable.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles is beneficial.

Additional Information

The Team

Unit 42 combines threat research with elite security consulting to create an intelligence-driven, response-ready organization.

Compensation Disclosure

The salary range for this position is $170,000 - $277,000 annually, depending on experience and location. Compensation may include stock units and bonuses. For details, please see our benefits overview.

Our Commitment

We value diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to providing accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at [e-mail] if needed.

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