Senior Principal / Architect Engineer, Software - Backend, Alerting

Palo Alto Networks

. Design, implement, and ship enhancements and new features to core product capabilities using Go .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $183,600 - $297,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing software solutions using Go, with a strong focus on deploying applications on Kubernetes across cloud platforms like AWS and GCP. Capable of leading projects from inception to delivery while mentoring team members and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

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Go ProgrammingKubernetes DeploymentLarge-Scale Distributed SystemsAutomated TestingTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Go ProgrammingC++JavaC#RustAutomated TestingDeployment InfrastructureData VisualizationComplex Problem SolvingDistributed Systems

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentorshipCuriosityEmpathyFeedback Seeking

Tools & Technologies

AWSGCPKubernetes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDistributed SystemsGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaKubernetesRustC++Go

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and ship enhancements and new features to core product capabilities using Go
Deploy software on Kubernetes across cloud platforms such as AWS and GCP
Design, implement, and deliver complex product features addressing customer pain points
Collaborate with product management, design, engineering, and UX teams throughout development
Lead user experiences that surface critical insights and streamline troubleshooting
Turn complex data into actionable visualizations and workflows
Build and maintain automated tests, tooling, and deployment infrastructure
Mentor engineering colleagues through direct mentorship, program development, and infrastructure improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to own projects from inception to delivery independently or as a technical leader of a small team
Experience working with large-scale distributed systems
Passion for solving complex problems and ability to empathize with customers
Curiosity and motivation to learn deep, complex domain areas
Habit of seeking feedback and ability to ask for help when needed
Flexible, collaborative working style
Fluency in a systems-level language such as Go, C++, Java, C#, or Rust

Benefits

Comp & perks

Restricted stock units
Bonus
Immigration sponsorship
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities