Principal C++ Software Engineer (Prisma Browser)
Principal-level C++ engineer in Tel Aviv owning core features of Palo Alto Networks' Chromium-based enterprise security browser (Prisma Browser), from design through deployment, while solving hard performance/multi-threading problems and mentoring engineers. Core tech: C++, Chromium internals, Windows/macOS/Linux debugging, JavaScript/Chrome extensions.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Office - Israel - Tel Aviv
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Principal
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 8+ years of C++ endpoint development experience, including complex performance optimizations and multi-threaded/multi-process challenges
- Exceptional debugging skills using a variety of tools across Windows, MacOS, and Linux
Nice to have
- Strong understanding of Chromium's internals and a track record of contributing to open-source projects
- Familiarity with web browser fundamentals (cookies, sandboxing, profiles)
- Experience with JavaScript and/or building Chrome extensions
- Understanding of security concepts (authentication/authorization) and protocols such as OAUTH and OIDC
- Passion for low-level systems and OS APIs, applied to security solutions
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and foster technical excellence
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Full description
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
Join our world-class team of researchers and engineers in Tel Aviv, Israel, and play a pivotal role in architecting a more secure foundation for the enterprise browser landscape. This is not just a job; it's a chance to leave your mark on the future of security. Become a pioneer in shaping the core of our Chromium-based enterprise browser and push the boundaries of what's possible.
Your Impact
- Lead the change - Own critical features from conception to deployment, shaping the core of our Chromium-based enterprise browser
- Mastermind innovations - Solve difficult challenges, keeping our users’ experience smooth and secure
- Empower your team - Mentor and guide fellow engineers, sharing your expertise and fostering a collaborative environment where brilliance thrives
- Champion excellence - Set the bar high, driving continuous improvement in processes, tools, and the overall product
Join us and
- Work alongside the best in the industry, pushing the boundaries of enterprise security in a collaborative and inspiring environment
- Shape the future of a critical product, impacting millions of users and making a tangible difference in the cybersecurity landscape
- Grow as a leader and innovator, with unparalleled opportunities to mentor, research, and shape the technical direction of our team
Qualifications
- C++ virtuoso - 8+ years of wielding endpoint development skills with mastery, tackling complex performance optimizations, multi-threaded/process challenges while maintaining up-to-speed with latest industry standards