Senior Staff Engineer Software - Browser Extension Developer (Expert level)

Software Engineering

Our Mission

At 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 Are

In 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 Summary

Job Summary

Join our world-class team in Pune to play a pivotal role in architecting a more secure foundation for the enterprise browser landscape. As a Senior Staff Engineer, you will shape the core of our Chromium-based enterprise browser, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in security. This is an opportunity to leave a lasting mark on the future of enterprise security by pioneering innovative solutions and leading complex technical projects.

Key Responsibilities

Own the end-to-end lifecycle of critical features, from conception and design to deployment and maintenance, for our Chromium-based enterprise browser.
Conduct in-depth research into low-level operating systems and spearhead the development of innovative solutions to bolster enterprise security.
Mentor and guide fellow engineers, sharing expertise and fostering a collaborative environment that promotes technical excellence and shared ownership.
Proactively collaborate and exchange information with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on product goals and technical execution.
Set a high standard for quality by driving continuous improvements in development processes, tools, and overall product architecture.
Tackle and resolve complex performance, multi-threading, and security challenges across various platforms including Windows, MacOS, and Linux.
Articulate a clear technical vision and influence the technical direction of the product through effective communication and data-driven proposals.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
5+ years of professional software development experience in a relevant role
Strong Experience in Typescript, ReactJS, Javascript, and Chrome extension development.
Experience in Content scripts,Background services
Experience in API integration
Exceptional debugging skills with the ability to unravel complexities using various tools on Windows, MacOS, and/or Linux platforms

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Microservice architecture developed in Go
Experience in React UI
Experience Python
Knowledge on Security best practices (CSP, permission minimizations)
Familiarity with web browser fundamentals, including concepts like cookies, sandboxing, and user profiles

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 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? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.