Palo Alto Networks

Principal Engineer Software (PanOS Dev)

Santa Clara, California, United States

$180,000 – $250,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Network Security, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, and have a minimum of 8 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years focused on network security or data plane technologies. Strong programming skills are required, including proficiency in C or C++, along with experience in distributed systems and performance optimization. Experience with network protocols and architectures is also essential.

Responsibilities

As a Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing critical dataplane components for next-generation firewalls, collaborating with product management to understand customer requirements, implementing robust and efficient code, and interacting with quality assurance and field support teams throughout the software development lifecycle. You will also lead L2-L4 network security efforts and contribute to the overall architecture and development of the firewall’s data plane.

Skills

C++
C
Distributed Systems
Performance Optimization
Network Protocols
Network Architectures
Data Plane
Firewall Development

Palo Alto Networks

Provides cybersecurity solutions and services

About Palo Alto Networks

Palo Alto Networks provides a variety of security solutions aimed at protecting organizations from cyber threats. Their products include firewalls, cloud security solutions, and advanced threat detection systems, which help secure both on-premises and cloud environments. The main components of their offerings are the Strata network security platform, Prisma cloud security suite, and Cortex AI-based security operations platform. These tools work together to manage identity and access, and to prevent modern web attacks. Unlike many competitors, Palo Alto Networks combines hardware, software, and subscription services, allowing clients to receive ongoing updates and support to stay protected against new threats. The company's goal is to ensure that businesses and government agencies can safeguard their digital assets and sensitive information effectively.

Key Metrics

Santa Clara, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$63.2MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

FLEXBenefits
Healthcare
Wellness
Development
Financial: Traditional & Roth 401(k) options
Time Off
Other Perks

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Skyflow in cloud security.
Former executive's move to Tenable may intensify competition in India and SAARC.
Rise of open-source security firms like Endor Labs challenges proprietary solutions.

Differentiation

Palo Alto Networks offers a comprehensive cloud-native application protection platform.
The company provides advanced AI-driven cybersecurity solutions like the Cortex platform.
Palo Alto Networks is a leader in Zero Trust architecture for cybersecurity.

Upsides

Growing demand for cloud-native security aligns with Palo Alto's Prisma Cloud offerings.
AI-driven cybersecurity solutions enhance threat detection, benefiting Palo Alto's Cortex platform.
Palo Alto recognized as a leader in SASE solutions, boosting market position.

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