Principal Automation Engineer (Cloud Security)

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 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 DescriptionYour CareerWe are looking for a top–notch Senior software automation engineer to drive our test efforts across the company. As our engineer you will be in charge of, first and foremost, product quality, design and plan required quality assurance tests, you will develop automation tests and needed infrastructure together with deployment to all known cloud providers using python, and working closely with a development team to address issues that were discovered. The job is deeply hands–on and requires a deep understanding of the product, the environments it runs.Your ImpactWork closely with our engineering teams to understand business requirementsCreate detailed and well–structured test plans based on requirements and features crew meetingsDesign and writing the infrastructure and progression tests for new featuresUse your knowledge to perform thorough regression testingIdentifying, reporting, documenting and tracking defect/bug issuesInvestigate, analyze and find the root causes for failed systems and softwareAbility to effectively communicate with all levels of the organizationExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong focus on customer satisfactionQualificationsYour ExperienceAt least 6 years of experience as a QA automationExperience with cloud–native technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, etcDemonstrated ability to rapidly learn and adopt new technologiesDeeply passionate about product quality with a mindset focused on continuous improvementNice to haveExperience with LinuxExperience in one of the following languages – Python /Java/ GoExperience with UI/Web manual/automation testingAdditional InformationThe TeamOur engineering team is at the core of our products and 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.Our CommitmentWe’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.