Senior Automation Engineer

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

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

We are looking for a top–notch Senior software automation engineer to drive our test efforts across the company. As our engineer you will be in charge of, first and foremost, product quality, design and plan required quality assurance tests, you will investigate and develop  automation tests and needed infrastructure together with deployment to all known cloud providers using python, and working closely with a development team to address and test automation test team issues that were discovered. The job is deeply hands–on and requires a deep understanding of the product, the environments it runs.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate, analyze and find the root causes for failed systems and software
• Work closely with our engineering teams to understand business requirements
• Use your knowledge to perform thorough regression testing, Identifying, reporting, documenting and tracking defect/bug issues
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong focus on customer satisfaction

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience as a BE automation / SE - Must
• Experience with cloud–native technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, etc – Must
• Experience in one of the following languages – Python /Java/ C# – Must
• Experience with Linux- Advantage
• Experience working with multiple R&D interfaces
• Ability to learn new technologies super fast
• A strong passion for product quality and continuous willingness to improve the product

The Team

Our QA engineers are a part of the engineering team. 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.

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

We're problem solvers that 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  [email protected].

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.