Palo Alto Networks | Senior Software Engineer (Xpanse)

Our MissionAt Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we're looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.Who We AreWe take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.Job DescriptionYour CareerThe Cortex Vulnerability Management Scanning team is expanding, and we're looking for a Sr. Software Engineer (Full Stack) to join our team. This team builds the software that provides our customers visibility into their behind-the-firewall attack surface, allowing them to prioritize and remediate critical vulnerabilities using the XSIAM platform.Your ImpactDesign, build, and maintain the end to end experience for running our network vulnerability scanner - This includes building both the software that runs within customers' networks and the user experience for interacting with that software from within the XSIAM platformResearch and utilize leading open source network scanning solutionsAnalyze existing solutions, identify barriers to scaling, recommend changes, then implementTake part in architecture strategy sessions - design solutions that accommodate the requirements of the various groups across CortexCollaborate with teams to solve problems, reduce technical debt, and evolve development practicesDrive technical best practices and evangelize new technologies within the engineering orgCollaborate with other engineers and ensure that your team delivers high-quality outputTake ownership of projects, drive them to completion, and support them in productionQualificationsYour Experience3+ years of experience as a professional software engineer writing full stack softwareExperienced and opinionated about API design and distributed backend systemsAble to switch between research, design, prototype, and implementationExperience using cloud managed services (ideally in GCP)Proficient in Python and one of Rust, Golang, or CWorking knowledge of at least one of the major cloud platforms (eg GCP, AWS, or Azure)Nice to haveExperience with AngularCybersecurity knowledge demonstrated with base level certifications (eg OSCP, GPEN, or Pentest+) or willingness to obtainKnowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and vulnerability methodologiesFamiliarity with current penetration and security assessment tools such as Metasploit, Nmap, Burp Suite, Wireshark, etc.Experience contributing to open source softwareProficient knowledge of common networking protocols such as HTTP, DNS, DHCP, ARP, FTP, etc - Basic knowledge in other less common protocols such as ICSSCADA or database protocolsFamiliarity with common open source security software such as Nuclei, OpenVAS, and NmapProficient knowledge in network architectures - understands subnetting and routing and how VLANs work and affect network scanningProficiency in Linux and Windows operating systemsDemonstrates a basic understanding of how a variety of exploits work and shows skills in enumerating and selecting the correct exploit for a given systemFamiliarity with packaging, deploying, and supporting on-prem private cloud softwareAdditional InformationThe TeamTo stay ahead of the curve, it's critical to know where the curve is, and how to anticipate the changes we're facing. For the fastest growing cybersecurity company, the curve is the evolution of cyberattacks, and the products and services that proactively address them. Our engineering team is at the core of our products - connected directly to the mission of preventing cyberattacks. They are constantly innovating - challenging the way we, and the industry, think about cybersecurity. These engineers aren't shy about creating products to solve problems no one has tackled before. They define the industry, instead of waiting for directions. We need individuals who feel comfortable in ambiguity, excited by the prospect of challenge, and empowered by the unknown risks facing our everyday lives that are only enabled by a secure digital pensation DisclosureThe compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for salescommissioned roles) is expected to be between $126000 - $204500YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.Our CommitmentWe're problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple: we can't accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Created: 2025-01-14