Jobs at Palo Alto Networks

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Palo Alto Networks, founded in 2005, is a global cybersecurity leader headquartered in San Jose, California. The company builds next‑generation firewalls, cloud‑native security platforms, and a threat intelligence service called Cortex XDR that aggregates data from millions of endpoints worldwide.

Palo Alto hires across a spectrum of functions—from software engineers and security researchers to product managers, sales engineers, and field‑service technicians. Candidates can expect rigorous technical interviews, a culture that promotes rapid prototyping, and a global career mobility program that allows movement between offices in San Francisco, Austin, and London.

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Senior Principal,Product Strategy - CPQ Systems

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: South Bay

Posted Jan 26, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Senior Principal Product Strategy Manager for CPQ to lead the development and deployment of an advanced B2B Configure Price Quote system. The role involves driving cultural transformation, shaping the future of sales, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of experience, with a minimum of 2 years in management consulting or top-tier tech strategy roles. Expertise in SaaS and Enterprise software industries, AI/GenAI solutions, and Salesforce Ecosystem is preferred. The role offers a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work on challenging projects with a diverse team.

Automation Manager (Cortex Platform)

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 26, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a motivated Automation Manager to join their Cortex Platform QA group in Tel Aviv. The role involves leading a team of automation engineers, designing test infrastructure, and collaborating with DevOps to integrate test frameworks with CI/CD pipelines. The ideal candidate should have 4+ years of experience in automation management for SaaS products, proficiency in Selenium and Java, and experience with tools like git, Jira, and Jenkins. Knowledge of Docker and Google Cloud Platform is advantageous. The company values innovation, diversity, and continuous learning, offering a range of development and wellbeing programs.

Sr Staff DevOps Engineer

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Jan 27, 2025

Senior Engineer Software - Backend and Data (Cortex)

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 26, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Senior Engineer Software to design and build a scalable infrastructure for their Cortex Platform group. The role involves working with distributed cloud products, various database technologies, and cloud platforms like GCP, AWS, Azure. The company values innovation, diversity, and continuous learning, offering benefits such as FLEXBenefits, mental and financial health resources, and personalized learning opportunities. The infrastructure team is highly technical and multidisciplinary, working closely with DevOps, pipeline, and automation teams.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Palo Alto Networks?
<p>Employees describe Palo Alto as a fast‑moving, mission‑driven environment with a strong emphasis on learning. The company offers a 100‑day onboarding program, a learning stipend of up to $2,500 per year, and a benefits package that includes unlimited vacation, 401(k) matching, and on‑site wellness programs. Remote work is supported for most tech roles, and teams use agile ceremonies that keep work transparent.</p>
What types of positions are available?
<p>The most common roles are software engineer (backend, frontend, DevOps), security researcher, data scientist, product manager, sales engineer, and field‑service technician. Palo Alto also hires for marketing, finance, legal, and operations positions in its global headquarters and satellite offices.</p>
How can I stand out as an applicant?
<p>To stand out, submit a portfolio that showcases a real‑world security project, provide a detailed GitHub or Kaggle link, and prepare for the technical interview with the “Palo Alto Coding Challenge”—which tests algorithmic problem‑solving and security‑specific scenarios. Also, align your cover letter with the company’s mission: “Secure the internet for everyone.”</p>

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