# Staff Engineer Software — SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM) at Palo Alto Networks

- Company: Palo Alto Networks
- What the company does: Implement Zero Trust, Secure your Network, Cloud workloads, Hybrid Workforce, Leverage Threat Intelligence & Security Consulting. Cybersecurity Services & Education for CISO’s, Head of Infrastructure, Network Security Engineers, Cloud Architects & SOC Managers. Backed by Greylock, Sequoia and Felicis.
- Company website: https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Office - USA - CA - Headquarters
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-11-03
- Apply by: 2026-12-18
- Apply: https://paloaltonetworks.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/panwexternalcareers/job/Office---USA---CA---Headquarters/Staff-Engineer-Software---SaaS-Security-Posture-Management--SSPM-_JR-023640-1?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/palo-alto-networks-staff-engineer-software-saas-security-posture-management-sspm/

## About the role

We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join the SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM) team within Palo Alto Networks’ Cortex organization. You will build scalable, reliable, and secure backend services that help organizations gain visibility into their SaaS environments and protect critical business applications. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience building and delivering production backend software, with ownership of substantial features or services
- Proficiency in a backend programming language such as Go, Java, or Python, and willingness to learn new technologies
- Strong understanding of software design, data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems fundamentals
- Experience with API design, data modeling, and database technologies
- Ability to break down technical problems, evaluate tradeoffs, and deliver maintainable solutions


Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/palo-alto-networks-staff-engineer-software-saas-security-posture-management-sspm/