Senior Staff Software Test Engineer (Strata Cloud Manager)

Palo Alto Networks

Santa Clara, CA

Full Time

Senior

126k-205k

2 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Senior Staff Software Test Engineer (Strata Cloud Manager) role at Palo Alto Networks involves working within a team of highly motivated engineers to build a scalable and secure multi-tenant public cloud management platform for network security solutions. The position focuses on ensuring the quality and reliability of software products related to cloud management, network security, and automation, contributing to the company's mission of protecting the digital way of life and shaping the future of cybersecurity.

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
Improve 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 team 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
Good understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP Networking and Network/Cloud Security
Experience testing network security products, preferably with firewalls
Experience testing Cloud Management platforms and building/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
Educational background with BS or MS in Computer Engineering or a related technical field or equivalent military experience
Minimum of 8 years' experience as a Software Developer/SDET/Software Test Engineer
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and work in fast-paced, innovative environments
Excellent communication and collaborative skills

Nice to Have

Experience with TCP/IP Networking and Network/Cloud Security
Testing network security products, such as firewalls
Experience with cloud management platforms
Experience with virtualization technologies like Linux, Esxi, Docker, Kubernetes

Qualifications

BS or MS in Computer Engineering or a related technical field or equivalent military experience
Minimum of 8 years' experience in software development or testing roles

Benefits & Perks

Starting base salary between $126,000 and $204,500 per year, depending on qualifications and experience
Potential inclusion of restricted stock units and bonuses
Wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items
Mental and financial health resources
Personalized learning opportunities

Working at Palo Alto Networks

Palo Alto Networks values collaboration, innovation, and diversity. The company fosters an environment of disruptive innovation, continuous learning, and inclusion. Employees work in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where teamwork, integrity, and challenging the status quo are core principles. The company emphasizes flexible work arrangements, personal wellbeing, and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to shaping the future of cybersecurity.

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