Principal Engineer Software- Backend (Prisma Browser)
About the role
The Team Engineering - Our Engineering team is at the core of our products – and our mission. We are constantly pushing the boundaries of technology to make our products simpler, faster, and more intelligent so our customers have the best protection. We are looking for engineers who are passionate about solving complex problems and making a real impact in the world.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, test, and deploy significant features for the Enterprise Browser backend services, contributing to all phases of the development lifecycle.
- Take full ownership of specific feature segments, demonstrating accountability for quality and timely delivery from conception to release.
- Proactively collaborate and exchange information with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of product features and infrastructure.
- Drive innovation by contributing ideas and participating in brainstorming sessions to challenge our approach and enhance product capabilities.
- Simplify complex technical problems and focus on the details to deliver high-quality, robust, and performant solutions.
- Actively share knowledge and mentor other engineers, contributing to a positive and collaborative team dynamic that empowers others.
- Continuously seek opportunities for improvement within team processes and the product itself by applying learnings and challenging the status quo curiously and positively.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience developing in Go/C#/Java/C++ or similar languages
- Extensive backend development experience using languages such as Go, C#, Java, or C++
- Proven experience with major cloud environments like AWS, GCP, or Azure
- Strong background in modern service architecture, including microservices and cloud-native solutions
- Demonstrated experience with multi-threaded and multi-process development with a strong focus on performance
- Strong communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Direct experience developing with Golang
- Professional experience in the cybersecurity industry
- A positive ‘can-do’ mindset, with the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
Pay
$170,000.00 - $277,000.00/yr
Schedule
This role is based in the Santa Clara Headquarters and requires a full-time presence in the office. Flexible work arrangements may be available when needed.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance programs
- Generous paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Work-life balance initiatives
Our Commitment
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.
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.
Immigration Sponsorship
Yes