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:

As a Windows Low Level Engineer in Prisma Access, you will architect, design, and build the next-generation Prisma Access agent, redefining secure connectivity for the modern remote workforce. This is a unique opportunity to take charge of a new product architecture from its inception, utilizing up-to-date technology to impact tens of millions of users. You will be instrumental in creating a new approach to connectivity, compliance, and security in a world of loosely defined perimeters and cloud-native applications.

• Key Responsibilities
• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of a new, high-impact product from the initial stages.
• Design, implement, and test critical C/C++ components, including kernel drivers and user-mode OS-related infrastructures.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional and multi-platform teams to share knowledge and ensure product alignment.
• Participate in researching advanced technologies and analyze their implications on connectivity and security.
• Investigate and adapt new technologies for integration into the company's product portfolio.
• Author comprehensive design documents, development guidelines, and engineering best practices.

Qualifications:

• Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer.

• Proven experience with multi-threaded development under the Windows operating system.

• High proficiency in system-level C++ programming, including C++17 and later versions.

• Demonstrated high standards for secure coding practices and strong attention to detail.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in low-level kernel-mode development.

• Knowledge of Windows networking (NDIS, WFP, Filter, Miniport, File System, Winsock).

• Experience with networking protocols such as TCP/UDP, QUIC, MASQUE, ICE, and Proxy PAC.

• Experience with undocumented APIs and reverse engineering.

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 accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.

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? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.