Principal Engineer Software (Mobility) 4G/5G

Palo Alto Networks

Santa Clara, CA

Full Time

Senior

147k-238k

17 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

As a Principal Software Engineer at Palo Alto Networks, you will be responsible for developing Next Gen Network Security Components and Protocols for state-of-the-art firewalls deployed across enterprise, data center, cloud, and service provider environments. You will help define architecture and develop network security features for 4G and 5G mobility service provider technology, including GTP, DPI, and ML-based security modules. The role involves working with multi-functional teams to create scalable, high-availability solutions and contribute to shaping the future of cybersecurity in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for development of Next Gen Network Security Components and Protocols for state-of-the-art firewalls deployed at enterprise, data center, cloud, and service provider environments
Developing network security features for 4G and 5G mobility service provider technology GTP/PFCP
Develop security modules with disruptive technologies based on deep packet inspection (DPI) and Machine Learning (ML) algorithms
Develop scalable high availability solutions for stateful failover
Work with multi-functional team members on user requirements, including product management, QA, and support
Effective decision maker, take ownership, and independently drive, lead tasks and assignments

Requirements

8+ years of in-depth C programming experience
Strong experience in large scale software development on Unix/Linux
Multi-core and multi-threading programming experience
In-depth knowledge of networking, especially in L2, L3, L4 protocols such as IPv4, IPv6, TCP, UDP
Experience in data plane forwarding and network processor programming
Can-do attitude and ability to take initiative and drive issues to completion
Strong communication skills to work effectively with multi-functional groups
BS/MS degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience or military experience

Nice to Have

Knowledge of GTP/PFCP/SCTP or 4G/5G
Knowledge of mobility service provider core network architecture
Knowledge of cloud solutions

Qualifications

BS/MS degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience
Equivalent military experience

Benefits & Perks

Compensation between $147,000 and $237,500 per year, depending on qualifications and experience
Potential inclusion of restricted stock units and bonuses
Flexible wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items
Mental and financial health resources
Personalized learning opportunities

Working at Palo Alto Networks

Our engineering team is at the core of our products, directly contributing to the mission of preventing cyberattacks. We foster a culture of innovation, challenge the status quo, and value individuals who are comfortable with ambiguity and excited by challenges. We believe in collaboration, continuous learning, and creating an inclusive environment where every team member's ideas contribute to shaping the future of cybersecurity.

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