Sr Principal Software Engineer (AI Runtime Security) at Palo Alto Networks

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! Job DescriptionYour CareerWe are looking for an exceptional Senior Principal Software Engineer to enhance our AI Runtime Security team
This role is central to our mission, focusing on the development and optimization of backend services, with a keen eye for scalability, reliability, and performance
The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud computing, particularly within the Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and have a proactive approach to exploring new AI infrastructures to elevate our model serving capabilities.Your ImpactArchitect and develop scalable, reliable and efficient cloud services for AI Runtime SecurityExplore and integrate new AI technologies and infrastructures to advance our model serving capabilities Lead the design and implementation of standard workflows for performance monitoring and testingWork with PLM on new feature requirementCollaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex technical challenges and drive innovationEnsure the adoption of best practices in code quality, scalability and system design among team membersQualificationsYour ExperienceBS/MS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent military experience requiredStrong proficiency in GoLang, Python or JavaSolid knowledge and skills on Linux, Kubernetes and DockerExpert knowledge in GCP and its suite of managed servicesSolid knowledge of web servers/proxies such as NGINX, Envoy8+ years of working experience on data infrastructure platformsStrong microservice development experienceComprehensive experience with SQL and No-SQL DB technologies such as MySQL, RedisSolid understanding of system design, scalability, optimization and performance metricsExceptional problem solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication and can be team playerExperience with AI infrastructure and technologies related to model serving is a big plusAdditional InformationThe TeamWe are on a mission to build the industry's best Security large language model.Our engineering team is at the core of our products – connected directly to the mission of preventing cyberattacks
We are constantly innovating – challenging the way we, and the industry, think about cybersecurity
Our engineers don’t shy away from building products to solve problems no one has pursued before.We define the industry, instead of waiting for directions
We need individuals who feel comfortable in ambiguity, excited by the prospect of a challenge, and empowered by the unknown risks facing our everyday lives that are only enabled by a secure digital environment.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 $172,000/yr to $277,850/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   Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer
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