Principal/Senior Engineer Software (KSPM- Agent)
Palo Alto Networks · Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District, Israel
- On site
- Full-time
- $180,000 / year
- Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District, Israel
Job highlights
- Develop and scale core KSPM solution features.
- Address security issues in Kubernetes workloads.
- Solve real customer problems with passion.
- Collaborate on feature development and delivery.
- Drive technical and architectural decisions.
About the role
Job Summary
We are hiring for a Principal/ Senior Backend Engineer to join our fast-paced KSPM (Kubernetes Security Posture Management) team in Cortex Cloud, located in our TLV office. Cortex Cloud is Palo Alto Networks' next-generation cloud security solution.
In this role, you'll be key in developing and scaling the core parts of our KSPM solution. Our team's goal is to help Cortex Cloud customers understand and fix security issues in their Kubernetes workloads across all major cloud providers.
The ideal candidates are software engineers with a "can-do" attitude and a passion for solving real customer problems. You should be a person who wishes and is able to work closely with the team and our partners across Cortex Cloud to make decisions and drive features end-to-end.
For us, caring about people is not a slogan; we are looking for individual contributors who enjoy and want to work with great people and collaborate on delivering business value across PANW’s vast customer portfolio.
Your Impact
- End-to-end backend development of features and core components across the software development life cycle (design, develop, test, deploy, maintain)
- As a principal software engineer, independently drive and collaborate with others to deliver high impact features in the KSPM domain
- Work with customers and provide solutions to their day-to-day work and challenges
- Contribute to team-wide efforts - code reviews, design reviews, technical and architectural decisions
Qualifications
- 8+ / 5+ years of software engineering experience
- Experience in developing and maintaining cloud-native distributed software applications
- Ability to comfortably drive features independently in close collaboration with other engineers
- Hands-on production experience with Kubernetes or container technologies
- Experience with at least one of the major cloud service providers (AWS, GCP, Azure) and their managed Kubernetes solutions (EKS, GKE, AKS)
- B.Sc. in computer science, equivalent knowledge, or equivalent military experience
- Advantage: Experience in designing, building, and maintaining high-scale server-side applications
- Advantage: Knowledge in the cybersecurity space, cloud security in particular
Key skills/competency
- Principal Senior Engineer Software KSPM Agent
- Backend Development
- Cloud-Native Applications
- Distributed Systems
- Kubernetes
- Container Technologies
- AWS
- GCP
- Azure
- Cybersecurity
Skills & topics
- Principal Engineer
- Senior Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Backend Engineer
- KSPM
- Kubernetes Security
- Cloud Security
- DevOps
- Cloud Native
- Distributed Systems
- AWS
- GCP
- Azure
- Cybersecurity
- TLV
- Palo Alto Networks
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience with cloud-native applications, Kubernetes, and cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure) relevant to KSPM.
- Showcase your impact: Quantify achievements in backend development, distributed systems, and feature delivery, especially in security contexts.
- Demonstrate collaboration: Prepare examples of working with teams and partners to drive features end-to-end.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss Kubernetes, container technologies, and cloud security challenges.
- Research the company: Understand Palo Alto Networks' mission and values to align your application.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the KSPM Agent role at Palo Alto Networks?
- The KSPM Agent role at Palo Alto Networks involves backend development for their Kubernetes Security Posture Management solution within the Cortex Cloud platform. You will be responsible for developing and scaling core components to help customers manage security issues in their Kubernetes workloads.
- What are the key responsibilities for a Principal/ Senior Engineer Software KSPM Agent?
- Key responsibilities include end-to-end backend development, designing and deploying features, collaborating with engineers and partners, working with customers to solve challenges, and contributing to technical and architectural decisions for the KSPM solution.
- What qualifications are essential for this role at Palo Alto Networks?
- Essential qualifications include 5-8+ years of software engineering experience, experience with cloud-native distributed applications, Kubernetes or container technologies, and at least one major cloud provider (AWS, GCP, Azure). A B.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent is also required.
- What is the work arrangement for the Principal/ Senior Engineer Software KSPM Agent position?
- The job description states the role is located in their TLV office, indicating a strong preference for in-office collaboration. While flexibility may be needed, the company culture emphasizes in-person work for problem-solving and relationship building.
- Does Palo Alto Networks sponsor work visas for this role?
- No, Palo Alto Networks explicitly states that this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, and they will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this role.
- What are the advantages of working on the KSPM team at Palo Alto Networks?
- Working on the KSPM team offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud security solutions, solve real-world customer problems, collaborate with passionate individuals, and contribute to a company dedicated to protecting the digital way of life.
- How does Palo Alto Networks utilize AI in its operations?
- Palo Alto Networks weaves AI into the fabric of everything they do, using it to augment the impact of individual employees and enhance their cybersecurity solutions. This implies AI is a key component in their product development and operational strategies.
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