Senior Manager, Software Automation
Our Mission
At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:
Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we're looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.
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.
Your Career
We are looking for a motivated Automation and QA Manager to join our Cortex Data Security group in our Tel Aviv R&D center.
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The team is responsible for the quality of Cortex Data Security products and development of E2E test automation framework, and tools. In this role you will build, lead, train and motivate our automation team and be responsible for planning and execution of automated and manual tests. All of this in a fast pace process of development, test and release.
More information about Cortex products can be found here.
Your Impact
- Build and lead a team of automation and QA engineers as an organic automation team within a development group.
- Own your team's technical roadmap of automation, strategy, implementation, execution, tracking and reporting
- Responsible for the quality of Palo Alto Networks products and specifically the Data Security group.
- Be a technical lead, including responsibility for code reviews, recruiting, personal development, training and mentoring the automation engineers.
- Partner with software development managers, functional, system & performance QA leaders to devise test automation strategies to drive the automation and to come up with extensive automation coverage of testing.
- Collaborate with the DevOps team to ensure test framework and methodologies are integrated with the continuous integration.
- Implement infrastructure & automatic tests (be hands-on to some extent).
Your Experience
- Proven 4+ years of experience as an Automation or Infrastructure Manager for a SaaS Product.
- Proven Experience with Python or OOP Languages.
- Experience working with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure and more)
- Proven hands-on experience using tools such as git, Jira, Jenkins.
- Experience working with OS Linux environment
- Experience in Docker for creating and managing test environments and integrating with CI/CD pipelines - advantage
- Experience and knowledge with testing processes and methodologies. Must
- Strong analytical and trouble-shooting skills.
- Academic degree in Computer Science or equivalent. Advantage
- Team player, with high ability to work independently
- Excellent communication skills with members, staff, and individuals in a professional manner along with the ability to present and explain information effectively in Hebrew as well as in English
The Team
Our engineering team is at the core of our products and connected directly to the mission of preventing cyber attacks. We are constantly innovating - challenging the way we, and the industry, think about cybersecurity. Our engineers don't shy away from building products to solve problems no one has pursued before. 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 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.
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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