Dir, SW Engineering

Job Summary

Your CareerWe're looking for an engineering leader who has experience in building and supporting large-scale distributed systems in the cloud to lead our engineering organization for Data and SaaS In this role, you will be responsible for leading engineering teams building critical components for the Data Security Platform (DSP), including solutions for incident management, UEBA, and an AI Access platform that allows IT teams to operationalize Shadow IT for AI apps.This role offers an unrivaled opportunity to collaborate with tech leaders across Cloud Delivered Security Service (CDSS) and build skills to influence every aspect of delivering an enterprise-class cloud security service.Your ImpactProvide engineering and operational leadership to the teams in close partnership with teams across CDSS.Drive a results-oriented culture with a strong focus on execution, disruption, quality, and speedHands-on technical leader who can guide the team through tough architectural decisions and communicate effectively with customersBe a strong partner with product management, customer success and other engineering teamsAbility to hire and retain a world-class and diverse engineering, infrastructure, SRE and security research teamWork closely with the product management organization to influence, develop and deliver on roadmapsRecognize process gaps early and able to motivate change to achieve better outcomesFoster innovation in the organization

Qualifications
Your Experience 15+ years of Engineering experience with BS/MS in Computer Science/Engineering, or equivalent experience or equivalent military experience required10+ years of hands-on technical experience combined with strong management and communication skillsExtensive experience on architecture design of large scale data platforms, machine learning, analytics, and data-drive applicationsExperience in building and managing strong technical teamsProven experience attracting, retaining, and growing top engineering talent across geographically distributed teamsAbility to nurture and support a strong operations culture - customer/service focus excellent technology - high quality implementations - self-motivated innovation and problem-solvingCan-do attitude on problem-solving, quality and ability to executeHas experience building security products and is well versed with the security landscapeDemonstrated ability of establishing and maintaining metrics-based process improvementDemonstrated ability to develop strong partnerships with those outside of your immediate organization

Compensation Disclosure

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.

$232,000.00 - $320,750.00/yr

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?: Yes

Client-provided location(s): Santa Clara, CA

Job ID: Palo_Alto_Networks-JR-013052

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-12-13T19:47:42