Senior Staff Software Engineer (C++ Win32)

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications
• Advanced expertise in the C++ programming language.
• Strong background in Windows software development, including Windows internals and Win32 APIs.
• Demonstrated experience integrating AI-powered development tools (e.g., Cursor, Claude, Copilot) effectively into daily workflows.
• Strong skills in crafting prompts for technical documentation, code generation, and complex technical problem-solving.
• Ability to critically evaluate and validate AI-generated code for security, performance, and maintainability.
• Excellent communication, mentorship, and cross-team collaboration skills.
• 6+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• Demonstrated track record of using AI coding assistants in production environments.
• BE / B.Tech / MCA or equivalent degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Prior experience in cybersecurity, Windows kernel driver development, or Windows low-level systems programming is highly advantageous.
• Experience training or fine-tuning models for code analysis or security detection.
• Contributions to AI-assisted development best practices or internal tooling.
• Knowledge of emerging AI threats and defensive programming techniques against AI-powered attacks.
• Experience with automated code review and static analysis tools enhanced by AI.
• 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 [email protected].
• 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.