Senior Automation Engineer
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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
In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!
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.
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Job Summary
Job SummaryAs a Senior Automation Engineer in our enterprise architecture group, you will join a world-class IT organization dedicated to innovation and quality. We are seeking a passionate, self-starting engineer who takes ownership and is driven to solve complex problems. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to build high-quality products, championing a culture of collaboration and teamwork to achieve common goals.Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyze business and functional requirements to develop and implement comprehensive, meaningful test coverage.Leverage AI/ML for intelligent, automated test design for APIs, UI, and back-end systems.Utilize generative AI and other AI-powered tools for efficient test code generation, synthetic data creation, and anomaly detection.Proactively collaborate and exchange information with cross-functional teams to ensure test efficiency and effectiveness.Contribute to the development of automation tools, CI/CD pipelines, and innovative quality solutions like test data management.Take a hands-on role in developing and refining test automation frameworks, strategies, and solutions to support high-quality product releases.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications5+ years of hands-on experience in Quality Engineering or Software Development in Test (SDET).Strong programming skills with at least 2 years of experience in Python, Java, or a similar object-oriented language.Demonstrated practical knowledge and experience applying AI/ML concepts and tools to software quality challenges, including generative AI for code/test generation.Proven experience in developing test automation frameworks and tooling for large-scale enterprise systems.Hands-on expertise with CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Docker, or Harness.Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, API test design, and integration strategies.Preferred QualificationsExperience with AI-powered copilot tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Playwright, Cursor) for script generation and development productivity.Exposure to innovative QA practices like automated test data generation, service mocking, or AI-based test insights.A curious and positive mindset with a drive to challenge the status quo and improve processes.
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.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- FSA
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
- Work-From-Home Stipend
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Leadership Training Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Professional Coaching
- Work Visa Sponsorship
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Founder led
- Veteran founded/led
- Asian founded/led
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