Principal Software Engineer/Researcher (Prisma Access Browser)

Palo Alto Networks

Principal Software Engineer/Researcher (Prisma Access Browser)

Santa Clara, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Your Career

    A talented individual with a passion for advanced code analysis and complex problem-solving. The role requires the ability to quickly learn new technologies and become familiar with large codebases, be unafraid of unknown challenges, and approach tasks with a ‘can-do’ mindset, determination and enthusiasm. A strong background in C/C++ is essential.

    Your Impact

    • Code Analysis - Examine, understand, and optimize large C/C++ projects
    • Problem Solving - Leveraging creative approaches to overcome tough obstacles
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and optimize features
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Your Experience

    • Experience in software development
    • Strong C++ programming expertise - Demonstrable skill in writing, debugging, and optimizing complex code
    • Unafraid of unknown challenges, committed to conquering the new and unexpected
    • Quick learner that is able to swiftly grasp unfamiliar technologies
    • Advantage - Experience in reverse engineering
    • Advantage - Experience in RDP products
    • Advantage - Experience with the Chromium codebase
    • Advantage - In-depth knowledge of networking, tunneling, and security protocols

    Additional Information

    The Team

    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 Disclosure

    The 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 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?: Yes