Senior Staff Engineer Linux - CC Prisma Access

Your Career

Prisma Access combines the Internet connectivity/security you need and delivers it everywhere you need it. Using cuttingedge public and private cloud technologies it extends the nextgeneration security protection to all cloud services and to its customers regardless of whether they are onpremise on remote networks or mobile users. 

One part of Prisma Access is our GlobalProtect team which is responsible for securing the network traffic from Customer devices to Prisma Access Cloud. We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to design develop and deliver nextgeneration technologies within our GlobalProtect team. We want passionate engineers who love to code and build great products and who bring new ideas in all facets of software development. We are looking for leaders who take ownership of their areas of focus and who are driven to solve problems at every level. Collaboration and teamwork are at the foundation of our culture and we need engineers who can communicate at a high level and work well with others towards achieving a common goal.

Your Impact

• Lead the innovation development and maintenance of a secure access Prisma Access client on the Linux Platform while spearheading the progression of the Prisma Access agent to establish it as a foundational product.

• Collaborate with product management to craft strategic roadmaps that elevate Endpoint capabilities and ensure smooth integration with the new Prisma Access agent.

• Design scalable system architectures participate in teamwide initiatives and deliver immediate resolutions to production challenges to guarantee a seamless user experience.

• Provide mentorship and coaching to team members to foster their professional growth.

Qualifications :

Your Experience

• 5 years of experience in software development with a focus on Linux.

• 2 years of handson experience in Linux systems programming with a deep understanding of Linux kernel internals and systemlevel programming.

• Familiar with multiple Linux distributions: RHEL Ubuntu Fedora etc.

• Proficiency in C/C programming languages with a strong emphasis on Linux.

• Familiarity with the RUST programming language is a plus.

• Knowledge of networking protocols and troubleshooting tools specifically on Linux platforms.

• A team player with a cando attitude ready to tackle complex problems and eager to learn and grow.

• Skilled at collaboration and effective communication across multiple teams.

• M.S./B.S. degree in Computer Science Electrical Engineering or equivalent military experience.

Preferred Qualities

• A fast learner who adapts quickly to new tools and technologies
• Enjoys solving challenging problems and working across crossfunctional teams

Additional Information :

The Team

Our engineering team is at the core of our products connected directly to the mission of preventing cyberattacks. We are constantly innovating challenging the way we and the industry think about cybersecurity. Our engineers dont shy away from building products to solve problems no one has pursued before.

We define the industry instead of waiting for directions. We need individuals who feel comfortable in ambiguity excited by the prospect of a challenge and empowered by the unknown risks facing our everyday lives that are only enabled by a secure digital environment. 

Compensation Disclosure

The 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 nonsales roles) or base salary commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $126000/yr $175500/yr The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here. 

Our Commitment

Were problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecuritys status quo. Its simple: we cant 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  .

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.