Senior Software Test Engineer (Security Posture)

Palo Alto Networks

Santa Clara, CA

Full Time

Senior

104k-196k

about 13 hours ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Senior Software Test Engineer (Security Posture) role at Palo Alto Networks involves ensuring the quality and reliability of their cybersecurity software products. The company is committed to protecting the digital way of life through innovative cybersecurity solutions, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment, and continuously challenging industry standards. The position is part of a team building scalable, secure, multi-tenant cloud management platforms that manage network security devices across various environments.

Key Responsibilities

Create detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans that cover all possible test cases to verify feature functionality for customer use cases.
Design and execute automation scripts for all test cases.
Develop and maintain robust test automation frameworks.
Develop tools and infrastructure to enhance testing quality and efficiency.
Contribute to improving existing test automation frameworks to support new software features.
Utilize troubleshooting skills to isolate issues found during testing.
Verify bug fixes once resolved and reproduce/debug issues during and after software releases.
Estimate, prioritize, plan, and coordinate testing activities to meet release deadlines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, development, and other SDET members.
Participate in a fast-paced environment with short release cycles and take ownership of tasks.

Requirements

Proven experience in writing test plans and test cases with a strong understanding of SDET methodologies, tools, and procedures.
Strong programming and/or scripting skills.
Experience in developing test automation of REST APIs using Python/Pytest.
UI automation/testing experience using Selenium/JavaScript/Playwright.
Experience with TCP/IP Networking and Network/Cloud Security is highly desirable.
Good understanding of networking concepts and L2-L7 protocols.
Experience testing network security products, preferably with firewalls.
Experience testing Cloud Management platforms is highly desirable.
Experience in building and maintaining GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with Cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Experience with Linux, Esxi Virtualization, Docker, or Kubernetes is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and work in fast-paced, innovative environments.
Excellent communication and collaborative skills.
Educational qualifications include a BS or MS in Computer Engineering or a related technical field.
Minimum of 8 years' experience as a Software Developer/SDET/Software Test Engineer.

Nice to Have

Experience with TCP/IP Networking and Network/Cloud Security.
Testing network security products, preferably with firewalls.
Experience with Cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Experience with Linux, Esxi Virtualization, Docker, or Kubernetes.

Qualifications

BS or MS in Computer Engineering or a related technical field.
Minimum of 8 years' experience as a Software Developer, SDET, or Software Test Engineer.

Benefits & Perks

Salary between $104,000 and $195,500 per year, depending on qualifications, experience, and location.
Potential inclusion of restricted stock units and bonuses.
Comprehensive employee benefits as described in the company's benefits overview.

Working at Palo Alto Networks

Palo Alto Networks values innovation, collaboration, and diversity. The company fosters an environment of continuous learning, inclusion, and respect, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, integrity, and challenging the status quo in cybersecurity. Employees work in a fast-paced, innovative environment that encourages problem-solving and ownership, with a focus on building impactful products to prevent cyberattacks.

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