Palo Alto Senior Staff Engineer Linux - C/C++ Prisma Access 

United States, California 

852347675

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.

Your Career

Prisma Access™ combines the Internet connectivity/security you need - and delivers it everywhere you need it. Using cutting-edge public and private cloud technologies, it extends the next-generation security protection to all cloud services and to its customers regardless of whether they are on-premise, on remote networks or mobile users.

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 team-wide 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.

Your Experience

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

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in Linux systems programming, with a deep understanding of Linux kernel internals and system-level 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 can-do 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 cross-functional teams

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 non-sales 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 .

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.