Sr Software Engineer, Tools and Platforms (Cortex)

Palo Alto Networks

Santa Clara, CA

Full Time

Senior

126k-205k

20 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Senior Software Engineer, Tools and Platforms (Cortex) at Palo Alto Networks is responsible for building innovative tools and platforms that support R&D and DevOps teams. The role involves developing high-quality, maintainable, and scalable software to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support the operational needs of a growing infrastructure. The position is part of the Cortex DevOps Tooling team, which focuses on infrastructure, cost optimization, security, and orchestration across SaaS products, fostering a software-driven approach to infrastructure and operations.

Key Responsibilities

Write product or system development code
Participate in, or lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders to decide amongst best design practices
Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback to ensure best practices (e.g., style guidelines, checking code in, accuracy, testability, and efficiency)
Contribute to existing documentation
Provide operational support for our tools/applications maintained by the Cortex DevOps Tooling team
Maintain/build resilient infrastructure focused on performance, security, and sound system design practices

Requirements

Graduate degree or equivalent practical experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent military experience
Proficiency with software development in one or more programming languages, with Python preferred
Experience developing large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems, networks, or with compute technologies, storage, or hardware architecture
Proficiency with any major Cloud Provider(s)
Experience with developing, deploying, and/or maintaining micro-services architecture with Kubernetes
Proficiency in code and system health, diagnosis, resolution, and software test engineering

Nice to Have

Experience with developing, deploying, and/or maintaining micro-services architecture with Kubernetes

Qualifications

Degree or equivalent practical experience in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Benefits & Perks

Compensation between $126,000 and $204,500 per year, depending on qualifications, experience, and work location
Potential inclusion of restricted stock units and a bonus
Employee benefits as described in the company's benefits overview

Working at Palo Alto Networks

Palo Alto Networks values collaboration, innovation, and diversity. The company fosters an environment of disruptive innovation, integrity, inclusion, and ongoing learning. Employees work full-time from the office with flexibility where needed, emphasizing casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and celebrates diversity in the workplace.

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