Manager, Software Engineering (Cortex Platform)
Cortex by Palo Alto Networks
Posted Jul 22, 2026
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Revolutionizing protection.
Define what’s next in cybersecurity.
Manager, Software Engineering (Cortex Platform)
Santa Clara, California, United States
Product Engineering
Ref ID: JR-020357
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Our MissionAt Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place.Who We AreIn order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!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.Job SummaryPalo Alto Networks' Cortex Cloud team is looking for a seasoned and accomplished Engineering Manager to lead the development of next-generation cloud security solutions and operate highly scalable cloud platforms. In this role, you will lead high-performing engineering teams, drive technical execution, and foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence while delivering secure, reliable, and scalable services.As an Engineering Leader, you will:Lead and grow high-performing software engineering teams building innovative cloud security products and platforms.Drive the technical vision and execution of cloud-native services in collaboration with Product Management, Architecture, and cross-functional engineering teams.Own the successful delivery of features and platforms throughout the product development lifecycle, from planning and design through implementation, testing, deployment, and ongoing operations.Foster an engineering culture centered on quality, customer obsession, innovation, and continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the technical strategy and execution for building world-class cloud security solutions, partnering with architects and senior engineering leaders on technology and architectural decisions.Build, develop, and retain high-performing engineering teams through hiring, mentoring, coaching, and career development.Drive engineering execution by owning planning, prioritization, estimation, and predictable delivery across multiple initiatives.Collaborate closely with Product Management, Software Engineering, Quality Engineering, and Customer Success teams to deliver high-quality Security-as-a-Service offerings.Lead engineering teams responsible for designing,...