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Palo Alto Networks

Principal Software Engineer (AI)

Palo Alto Networks

Published 20 Dec 2025
Santa Clara, CA, USA
$0-$0 annually
Remote
Full Time

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Role Highlights

Languages used

Python
GO

Key skills

Prompt Engineering
Computer Science
Cloud
Security
LLMs
Backend
Data
AI
Reliability
RAG
Search
Embeddings
Architecture

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

GCP
AWS
HTTP
Ruby On Rails

Description

\\\\Our Mission\\\\ At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission: Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and were looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are. \\\\Who We Are\\\\ We believe collaboration thrives in person. Thats why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when its needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes. \\\\Your Career\\\\ Prisma Access (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 Engineers 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. You will design and implement LLM orchestration pipelines, including prompt workflows and structured output generation. \\\\Your Impact\\\\ \\+ Build scalable backend services in Python/Go running on GCP or AWS. \\+ Develop schema-driven data models and validation layers for complex configurations. \\+ Implement intelligent suggestion and recommendation components powered by AI. \\+ Design guardrails to ensure reliability, safety, and accuracy in AI outputs. \\+ Build RAG pipelines using vector search, embeddings, and document indexing. \\+ Optimize AI system performance for latency, cost, and correctness. \\\\Your Experience\\\\ \\+ Strong experience with LLM applications, backend architecture, and cloud services required. \\+ Networking/security or large-configuration-domain experience is a strong plus \\+ M.S./B.S. degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent military experience required \\+ 8+ years' experience \\+ Excellent programming skills in Python or Golang \\+ Experience with GCP or AWS \\\\The Team\\\\ To stay ahead of the curve, its critical to know where the curve is, and how to anticipate the changes were facing. For the fastest growing cybersecurity company, the curve is the evolution of cyberattacks, and the products and services that proactively address them. Our engineering team is at the core of our products connected directly to the mission of preventing cyberattacks. They are constantly innovating challenging the way we, and the industry, think about cybersecurity. These engineers arent shy about creating products to solve problems no one has tackled before. They define the industry, instead of waiting for directions. We need individuals who feel comfortable in ambiguity, excited by the prospect of challenge, and empowered by the unknown risks facing our everyday lives that are only enabled by a secure digital environment.Our engineering team is provided with an unrivaled opportunity to build the products and practices that will support our company growth over the next decade, defining the cybersecurity industry as we know it. If you see the potential of how incredible people products can transform a business, this is the team for you. If you dont wait for directions, instead, identifying new features and opportunities we have to just get better, this is your new career. \\\\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 between $0 - $0/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here () . \\#LI-TD12 \\\\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. Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship?: Yes

Required Qualifications and Skills

The role requires strong experience with LLM applications, backend architecture, and cloud services. Candidates must possess excellent programming skills in Python or Golang and experience with GCP or AWS. A Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent military experience, is required. The position also specifies a minimum of 8 years of experience. Networking, security, or large-configuration-domain experience is considered a strong plus.

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About the company

Palo Alto Networks

Size

14705

Founded

HQ

SANTA CLARA, US

Public/Private

Public Company

Description

Palo Alto Networks, the global cybersecurity leader, is shaping the cloud-centric future with technology that is transforming the way people and organizations operate. Our mission is to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. We help address the world's greatest security challenges with continuous innovation that seizes the latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, analytics, automation, and orchestration. By delivering an integrated platform and empowering a growing ecosystem of partners, we are at the forefront of protecting tens of thousands of organizations across clouds, networks, and mobile devices. Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. For more information, visit www.paloaltonetworks.com.

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