Principal Software Engineer for SaaS

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place.

Who We Are

In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!

We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Principal Software Engineer to join our group.

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of developing secure, scalable, and mission-critical components that protect the world’s most sensitive data - databases.  You’ll collaborate with a talented group of Backend, Frontend, QA, DevOps, Security Engineers, and Product Managers to deliver innovative solutions.

You will own and deliver new features end-to-end across a wide tech stack spanning Python, Golang, and C++, all running on AWS-native SaaS.

This is your opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced, cloud-native environment—where your ideas and code will directly influence the security posture of global enterprises.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in backend software engineering
• At least two years hands-on experience building and shipping production-grade SaaS or cloud-native services (AWS preferred)
• Proven ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies, taking on tasks with a proactive, can-do attitude and a strong commitment to expanding beyond the comfort zone within the team’s tech stack—including Python, C++, Go and Typescript (React).
• Hands-on proficiency with modern AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate design, implementation, and code reviews, with clear judgment on when to leverage AI.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering related field / technology Elite unit alumni with relevant experience.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Python/Go/C++ programming languages
• Proficiency in networking protocols and diagnostic tools (eg. wireshark), foundational security principles, or databases
• Strong expertise in Linux systems, containerization architectures (Docker, Kubernetes/ECS), and multi-threaded system programming.
• Experience designing, implementing, and scaling robust Agentic AI solutions and multi-agent workflows, including developing custom Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and integrations to autonomously resolve complex tasks.

Our Commitment

We’re trailblazers that dream big, 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  [email protected].

Palo 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.

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.