Senior Staff Software Test Engineer (Security Posture)

Palo Alto Networks

Santa Clara, CA

Full Time

Senior

104k-196k

16 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Senior Staff Software Test Engineer (Security Posture) at Palo Alto Networks is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software products within the Cloud Management Platform. The role involves working in a highly motivated team to build scalable, secure, multi-tenant cloud solutions for managing network security devices across physical, virtual, and container environments. The company values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, fostering an inclusive environment that supports personal development and wellbeing.

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 and tools to enhance testing quality and efficiency.
Improve existing test automation frameworks to support new software features.
Utilize troubleshooting skills to isolate issues found during testing and verify bug fixes post-resolution.
Estimate, prioritize, plan, and coordinate testing activities to meet release deadlines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, development, and other SDET members in a fast-paced environment.
Participate in short release cycles and take ownership of testing tasks.

Requirements

Proven experience in writing test plans and test cases with a strong understanding of SDET methodologies, tools, and procedures.
Strong programming and scripting skills, including experience with Python/Pytest for REST API automation.
UI automation/testing experience using Selenium, JavaScript, or Playwright.
Experience with TCP/IP Networking and Network/Cloud Security is highly desirable.
Good understanding of networking concepts and protocols from L2 to L7.
Experience testing network security products, preferably firewalls.
Experience testing Cloud Management platforms and building/maintaining GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with Cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Knowledge of Linux, Esxi Virtualization, Docker, or Kubernetes is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and work in fast-paced, innovative environments.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Educational background with a 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.

Nice to Have

Experience in developing test automation of REST APIs using Python/Pytest.
UI automation/testing experience using Selenium/JavaScript/Playwright.
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 range between $104,000 and $195,500 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.
Potential inclusion of restricted stock units and bonuses.
Comprehensive employee benefits package.

Working at Palo Alto Networks

Palo Alto Networks fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusion. The company values disruptive thinking, continuous learning, and personal wellbeing. Employees work in an environment that encourages problem-solving, ownership, and embracing ambiguity, with a focus on building impactful cybersecurity products and solutions.

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