Principal Software Engineer (NetSec)

Responsibilities will include designing and implementing new features and integrations with Azure cloud and other public and private clouds.
Core networking improvements in pure software environments in both Virtual machines and Container form factors.
Your Impact.
You will be expected to participate in all phases of the product development cycle, from definition, design, through implementation and test.
Develop functional specifications, assess task requirements and scheduling, and participate in development, debug and support.
Candidate should also have hands-on experience with virtualization technologies, various hypervisors, system software, networking, and have experience with Linux kernel software development.
Your Experience.
12-15 years of related programming experience required with BS/MS degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Expert C programming skills.
Strong scripting skills with bash and python.
Have Architecture skills/background for different Azure services like compute, networking, load-balancers, identity management etc Good Understanding of Linux Kernel, Networking stack in the kernel.
Strong skills in packet forwarding, Tunneling(GTP, VxLAN) etc Experience developing device drivers and/or Linux kernel development preferred.
Experience with deployment on cloud environments (Azure/AWS/GCP).
In-depth knowledge in selected network security fields such as stateful firewall, packet processing, TCP stream inspection, network ACL, and HA preferred.
Hands-on development experience on various hypervisors and network virtualization technologies like DPDK, XDP, Packet forwarding area.
Experience with Kubernetes and CNI is preferred.
Ability to work well with a group of senior engineers in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
The Team.
Our engineering team is at the core of our products connected directly to the mission of preventing cyberattacks.
We are constantly innovating challenging the way we, and the industry, think about cybersecurity.
Our engineers dont shy away from building products to solve problems no one has pursued before.
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.
Our Commitment.
Were trailblazers that dream big, 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 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.
Is role eligible for Immigration SponsorshipNo.
Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
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 accommodations@paloaltonetworks com.
Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer.