Key Responsibilities
Contribute to the research and development of Windows drivers, services, and other system-level components.
Challenge the status quo by finding and implementing innovative solutions to counter sophisticated cyberattacks.
Proactively collaborate and exchange information with engineers, security researchers, and product managers to lead projects and initiatives.
Design, develop, and debug complex, high-performance, multi-threaded code in C++.
Conduct in-depth analysis of system internals and focus on the details to produce robust, high-quality security features.
Apply learning from security research and reverse engineering to simplify complex problems and develop practical solutions.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
8+ years of experience in software development
5+ years of experience with system programming for any major OS (Windows/Linux/Android/Mac)
Proven experience with system programming for any major OS (Windows, Linux, Android, Mac).
Deep understanding of operating system internals and concepts.
Modern C++ development
Experience with one or more of the following skills/technologies – User–mode internals, Windows security model, PE format, hooking, injection, etc., x86 / x64 assembly, Security technologies (ASLR, DEP, etc.), Reverse engineering with IDA Pro, Python
Contributions to open source projects or a complex hobby project
Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience required
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.