Principal Researcher (Malware Detection) Santa Clara, California, United States
Palo Alto Networks, Inc., Santa Clara, CA, United States
Job Summary
As a member of the Wildfire team, you will be responsible for prototyping, and rapid development of next‑generation malware detection systems and tools. Success will require innovation and persistence in the face of unforeseen issues and outright failures. You will take ownership for implementing solutions to complex, multi‑system problems; for creating tools and techniques which enable industry‑redefining research and development. This is a role for experienced professionals.
Your Impact
Work on designing and renovating the Wildfire analyzer to advance into a new generation of multi‑platform cloud service platform, for both static and dynamic analysis.
Work with threat researchers to analyze malware and security threats to determine and close the gaps in coverage with new or improved static and dynamic analysis.
Architect and design with the team and document complex systems.
Write scalable and testable software using modern cloud architectures.
Collaborate within the team and across organizations to influence and achieve the end goal.
Expand cloud offering to improve detection against new malware threats.
Qualifications
Proficient in C++, Python and Linux development environment
6+ years experience as a Security Researcher or Software Engineer
Experience working on sandbox technology and malware analysis
Experience with large-scale file/data parsing development is preferred
Understanding of cloud service and Kubernetes is preferred
Ability to work with small teams to solve complex problems
Can‑do attitude on problem‑solving, quality and ability to execute
BS/MS/PhD in computer science/engineering, or equivalent experience
Compensation Disclosure
The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non‑sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com‑missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. The salary range is $162,700.00 - $263,175.00/yr. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.
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?: Yes
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As a member of the Wildfire team, you will be responsible for prototyping, and rapid development of next‑generation malware detection systems and tools. Success will require innovation and persistence in the face of unforeseen issues and outright failures. You will take ownership for implementing solutions to complex, multi‑system problems; for creating tools and techniques which enable industry‑redefining research and development. This is a role for experienced professionals.
Your Impact
Work on designing and renovating the Wildfire analyzer to advance into a new generation of multi‑platform cloud service platform, for both static and dynamic analysis.
Work with threat researchers to analyze malware and security threats to determine and close the gaps in coverage with new or improved static and dynamic analysis.
Architect and design with the team and document complex systems.
Write scalable and testable software using modern cloud architectures.
Collaborate within the team and across organizations to influence and achieve the end goal.
Expand cloud offering to improve detection against new malware threats.
Qualifications
Proficient in C++, Python and Linux development environment
6+ years experience as a Security Researcher or Software Engineer
Experience working on sandbox technology and malware analysis
Experience with large-scale file/data parsing development is preferred
Understanding of cloud service and Kubernetes is preferred
Ability to work with small teams to solve complex problems
Can‑do attitude on problem‑solving, quality and ability to execute
BS/MS/PhD in computer science/engineering, or equivalent experience
Compensation Disclosure
The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non‑sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com‑missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. The salary range is $162,700.00 - $263,175.00/yr. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.
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?: Yes
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