Principal Software Engineer (Web App Acceleration) at Palo Alto Networks
Santa Clara, CA 95050
About the Job
Company DescriptionOur MissionAt 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 the foundation of 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 AreWe 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 member of our team contributes to our collective success
Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution
From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity
We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual
Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported
This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions
This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed
This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships
Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.Job DescriptionYour CareerPrisma Access provides protection straight from the cloud to make access to the cloud secure
It combines the connectivity and security you need - and delivers it everywhere you need it
Using cutting-edge public and private cloud technologies extending the next-generation security protection to all cloud services, customers on-premise remote networks and mobile users.We are seeking experienced senior level Software Engineers to develop and deliver next-generation technologies in our App Acceleration team
We want passionate engineers who love to code and build great products
Engineers who bring new ideas in all facets of software development
Collaboration and teamwork are at the foundation of our culture and we need engineers who can communicate and work well with others towards achieving a common goal.Your ImpactDesign, develop and implement highly scalable software featuresParticipate in architecture, design and development App Acceleration featuresResearch and implement different frameworks suited to the solutionWork with different development and quality assurances groups to achieve the best qualitySuggest and implement improvements to the development processesWork with DevOps and the Technical Support teams to troubleshoot customer issuesQualificationsYour ExperienceAt least 10 years of experience in system software developmentExperience with developing backend software using Golang and PythonStrong understanding of HTTP 1.1/2.0, TLS and DNS protocols.Knowledge of TCP/IP and routing protocolsExperience with building scalable systemsGood grasp of asynchronous programming, multithreading and multiprocessingAble to troubleshoot system-level integration and performance issuesFast learner and eager to absorb new emerging technologiesCan-do attitude on problem-solving, quality, and ability to executeEnjoys working with different teams with strong collaboration and communication skills PlusesExperience in Redis, Influx DB, Elastic SearchAdditional InformationThe TeamTo stay ahead of the curve, it’s critical to know where the curve is, and how to anticipate the changes we’re facing
For the fastest growing cybersecurity company, the curve is the evolution of cyberattacks, and the products and services that proactively address them
Our engineering team is at the core of our products – connected directly to the mission of preventing cyberattacks
They are constantly innovating – challenging the way we, and the industry, think about cybersecurity
These engineers aren’t shy about creating products to solve problems no one has tackled before
They define the industry, instead of waiting for directions
We need individuals who feel comfortable in ambiguity, excited by the prospect of challenge, and empowered by the unknown risks facing our everyday lives that are only enabled by a secure digital environment.Our engineering team is provided with an unrivaled opportunity to build the products and practices that will support our company growth over the next decade, defining the cybersecurity industry as we know it
If you see the potential of how incredible people products can transform a business, this is the team for you
If you don’t wait for directions, instead, identifying new features and opportunities we have to just get better, this is your new career.Compensation DisclosureThe compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location
For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $147000 - $237500/YR
The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus
A description of our employee benefits may be found here.Our Commitment
We’re problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo
It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability
If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at
We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship?: YesSummaryType: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Computer And Network Security
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before
We are a company built on the foundation of 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 AreWe 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 member of our team contributes to our collective success
Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution
From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity
We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual
Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported
This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions
This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed
This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships
Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.Job DescriptionYour CareerPrisma Access provides protection straight from the cloud to make access to the cloud secure
It combines the connectivity and security you need - and delivers it everywhere you need it
Using cutting-edge public and private cloud technologies extending the next-generation security protection to all cloud services, customers on-premise remote networks and mobile users.We are seeking experienced senior level Software Engineers to develop and deliver next-generation technologies in our App Acceleration team
We want passionate engineers who love to code and build great products
Engineers who bring new ideas in all facets of software development
Collaboration and teamwork are at the foundation of our culture and we need engineers who can communicate and work well with others towards achieving a common goal.Your ImpactDesign, develop and implement highly scalable software featuresParticipate in architecture, design and development App Acceleration featuresResearch and implement different frameworks suited to the solutionWork with different development and quality assurances groups to achieve the best qualitySuggest and implement improvements to the development processesWork with DevOps and the Technical Support teams to troubleshoot customer issuesQualificationsYour ExperienceAt least 10 years of experience in system software developmentExperience with developing backend software using Golang and PythonStrong understanding of HTTP 1.1/2.0, TLS and DNS protocols.Knowledge of TCP/IP and routing protocolsExperience with building scalable systemsGood grasp of asynchronous programming, multithreading and multiprocessingAble to troubleshoot system-level integration and performance issuesFast learner and eager to absorb new emerging technologiesCan-do attitude on problem-solving, quality, and ability to executeEnjoys working with different teams with strong collaboration and communication skills PlusesExperience in Redis, Influx DB, Elastic SearchAdditional InformationThe TeamTo stay ahead of the curve, it’s critical to know where the curve is, and how to anticipate the changes we’re facing
For the fastest growing cybersecurity company, the curve is the evolution of cyberattacks, and the products and services that proactively address them
Our engineering team is at the core of our products – connected directly to the mission of preventing cyberattacks
They are constantly innovating – challenging the way we, and the industry, think about cybersecurity
These engineers aren’t shy about creating products to solve problems no one has tackled before
They define the industry, instead of waiting for directions
We need individuals who feel comfortable in ambiguity, excited by the prospect of challenge, and empowered by the unknown risks facing our everyday lives that are only enabled by a secure digital environment.Our engineering team is provided with an unrivaled opportunity to build the products and practices that will support our company growth over the next decade, defining the cybersecurity industry as we know it
If you see the potential of how incredible people products can transform a business, this is the team for you
If you don’t wait for directions, instead, identifying new features and opportunities we have to just get better, this is your new career.Compensation DisclosureThe compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location
For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $147000 - $237500/YR
The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus
A description of our employee benefits may be found here.Our Commitment
We’re problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo
It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability
If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at
accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.Palo
Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employerWe celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship?: YesSummaryType: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Computer And Network Security
