Principal Engineer Software (AI Ops)

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 Your Career AIOPS (formally GlobalProtect Cloud Service) provides protection straight from the cloud to make access to the cloud secure. It combines the connectivity and security you need and delivers it everywhere you need it. Using cutting‑edge public and private cloud technologies extending the next‑generation security protection to all cloud services, customers on‑premise remote networks, and mobile users. We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to design, develop and deliver next‑generation technologies within our Prisma Access team. We want passionate engineers who love to code and build great products. Engineers 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. Are you ready to make a significant impact in the tech world? We are on the hunt for a Backend Engineer who thrives on pushing boundaries and creating innovative solutions. As a key player on our team, you’ll be at the forefront of designing, developing, and deploying cutting‑edge services and applications that scale effortlessly. Our tech stack is as versatile as it is powerful, featuring Golang, Java, Python, BigQuery, Spanner, Pub Sub, Kubernetes and more, all within the Google Cloud Platform. This isn’t just another coding job—this is your opportunity to influence the future of our architecture and contribute to groundbreaking projects. You’ll dive into existing codebases, participate in high‑stakes architectural discussions, and see your ideas come to life. We’re looking for passionate, lifelong learners who are eager to hone their engineering skills and collaborate cross‑functionally to deliver extraordinary results. In our fast‑paced, high‑energy environment, teamwork and collaboration aren’t just buzzwords—they’re the core of everything we do. You’ll work closely with talented colleagues, product managers, and cross‑functional teams to turn ambitious visions into reality. If you’re a master communicator who loves working toward shared goals, we want you on our team. Your Impact Design, develop and implement highly scalable software features on our next‑generation security platform as part of Prisma Access Work with different development and quality assurance groups to achieve best in quality software Suggest and implement improvements to the development process Work with DevOps and the Technical Support teams to troubleshoot customer issues Interview, mentor and coach new team members Your Experience Excellent programming skills in Golang or Java Experience with one or more cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes and their technologies (Lambda functions, SNS/SQS etc.) Experience with databases SQL, NoSQL is highly desirable Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills Experience in the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, peer review, and operations Strong leadership skills with a can‑do attitude High energy and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment Fast learner, independent, and eager to absorb new emerging technologies Must be in the SF Bay area to be onsite. Education M.S./B.S. degree in Computer Science 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 non‑sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here. $104,000.00 - $169,500.00/yr 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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?: Yes #J-18808-Ljbffr