Principal Engineer Software - Identity Security (Cortex Cloud)

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place.

Who We Are

We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.

Job Description

Job Summary

We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to be a part of the Identity Security group with the mentality and independence of a startup, supported by the power of a successful corporation.

Our mission is to identify potential threats, examine any suspicious activity during and after the authentication and authorization process.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Drive Strategic Vision - Define and execute the long-term strategy for our identity solution, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and industry best practices
• Lead Innovation - Spearhead groundbreaking projects and research in identity, developing advanced technologies and methodologies that set new industry standards
• Architect Solutions - Design and oversee the implementation of robust, scalable, and secure architectures, solving the most complex challenges with innovative solutions
• Mentor and Develop - Provide thought leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and technical excellence
• Collaborate Across Teams - Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, platform, and other stakeholders, to ensure cohesive and effective development strategies
• Advance Your Career - Engage in high-impact initiatives and leadership opportunities, with access to advanced professional development resources and strategic projects that shape the future of identity security
  
  

Qualifications

Your Experience

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in Software Engineering
• Experience in Go/Python/Java or similar languages
• Experience in building and managing distributed cloud-based SaaS applications
• Proficiency in at least one cloud provider (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Experienced with a variety of database technologies (Mysql / Cassandra / Google BigQuery / Amazon Redshift / ElasticSearch)
• Experienced with monitoring, profiling and enhancing system performance
• You are proactive and a system thinker who always strives to push the product forward - Ability to lead POCs and incorporate new technologies
• Mentor team members, provide guidance and support in both design and development phases
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advantage - Experience with IDP providers (OKTA, Entra, AD, etc)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Computer Science, Software and Computer Engineering, or equivalent military experience
  
  

Additional Information

The Team

Join our dynamic team where innovation and collaboration thrive. Experience a workplace that fosters personal and professional growth, providing opportunities to take ownership of your career journey. Embrace the cutting edge of technology as we encourage professional work in software engineering, particularly in the cloud domain.

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 [email protected].

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.