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Principal Java Backend Engineer (Prisma Cloud)

AT Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks

Principal Java Backend Engineer (Prisma Cloud)

Tel Aviv, Israel

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 take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.

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As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!

Your Career

As a Principal Java Backend Developer in Prisma Cloud (ex-DIG), you will research, design, and implement cloud security products using the most up-to-date and cutting-edge technologies and frameworks, across all cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure, etc). You will build and be responsible for high-performance, massively scalable, always-available cloud-based systems.

More info on a product you'll be working on here.

Your Impact

  • Drive innovation by addressing client needs with impactful solutions, contributing significantly to feature development from design to deployment
  • Acquire experience by taking ownership of specific feature segments, showcasing responsibility and dedication to maintaining high quality
  • Engage in cross-functional collaboration to ensure smooth integration of product features and infrastructure
  • Generate ideas and actively participate in brainstorming sessions to foster innovation within the product
  • Engage actively in discussions, exchange knowledge, and leverage expertise from other teams

Your Experience

  • At least 8 years of experience in Java / Kotlin using Spring Boot
  • Experience with design and architecting large and scalable cloud-based applications
  • Experience working with Relational and No-SQL databases (e.g. MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc) and ORMs (e.g JPA and Hibernate)
  • Experience working in an agile and dynamic environment
  • Outstanding drive and communication skills

Nice to have

  • Experience working with Python, Go, and Node.js
  • BSc in Computer Science and/or elite software army unit graduate
  • Experience with Microservices architecture (Kubernetes, GKE, EKS, AKS, Docker, Serverless, etc)
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud infra
  • Have the ability to "make stuff work" on top of writing high-quality code
  • Experience with big-data architectures (using Kafka, Splunk, Flink, etc)
  • Familiarity with Cyber Technologies, Information Security, and Software Security

The Team

Dig Security was acquired by Palo Alto Network on November 2023

We offer the only cloud-native platform that offers a painless, innovative, and thorough solution to protect data assets in the cloud.

#LI-TD11

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.

Client-provided location(s): Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
Job ID: Palo_Alto_Networks-3126803
Employment Type: Full Time

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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