Senior Software Engineer, Vulnerability Intelligence

Job Summary The Cortex Vulnerability Intelligence team is looking for a Senior Software Engineer. This team powers collecting, processing, and presenting vulnerability data, and matches software to known vulnerabilities. Our platform holds an expansive knowledge of CVE and non-CVE vulnerability data, enabling direct investigation and precise vulnerability detection in software. This is a foundational role for Cortex's security offerings. Your Impact As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be a pivotal leader, responsible for leading technical strategy across multiple teams, influencing key architectural and design decisions. Helping to architect and build high-impact features for the Vulnerability Intelligence Platform and supporting Cortex modules. Assisting in architectural sessions across Cortex to design scalable solutions that meet diverse team requirements. Mentoring engineers and fostering a culture of technical excellence and best practices. Championing new technologies and improving development practices within the engineering organization. Collaborating intensely with teams to solve complex problems and reduce technical debt. Taking full ownership of projects, from concept to production, ensuring high-quality delivery and ongoing support. Qualifications Your Experience 5+ years of software engineering experience. Strong proficiency in Go. Deep expertise and strong opinions on software development best practices. Ability to lead across research, design, prototyping, and implementation phases. Working knowledge of at least one major cloud platform (GCP, AWS, or Azure), preferably GCP. Experience with CI/CD processes. Exceptional problem-solving skills. Proven technical team leadership. Nice To Haves Experience with or interest in frontend development Experience in vulnerability management. Experience handling raw internet data. Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and vulnerability methodologies. Basic understanding of exploit mechanics. 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 or 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. 126,000.00 - 204,500.00/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. Accommodations 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. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. EEO Statement All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship?: Yes #J-18808-Ljbffr Palo Alto Networks, Inc.