Principal Engineer Software (Prisma Access)

Palo Alto Networks
Santa Clara, CA, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, Spanish
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Artificial Intelligence Apple Mac Systems Automation of Tests Software as a Service Collaborative Software Identity and Access Management Information Technology Operations Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Python (Programming Language) Network Connections Windows PowerShell
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Scripting Okta Cyberark Information Technology Gsuite

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Service Desk / Field Engineer to join our IT Service Desk team. In this role, you’ll provide high-quality, hands-on support for end-user technologies, local office infrastructure, and collaboration tools. You will partner closely with teammates across multiple global regions while primarily supporting users and systems at your local site.

You’ll play an active role in enhancing support processes, implementing automation, and ensuring every employee’s technology experience is seamless and secure.

Your Impact

  • End-User Support: Deliver responsive, customer-focused IT assistance for software, hardware, and collaboration system issues, including Google Workspace, Zoom, and Slack.
  • Root Cause Analysis: Troubleshoot complex or recurring problems, identify systemic issues, and recommend improvements to reduce downtime and ticket volume.
  • Service Ownership: Maintain and support core services, including Google Workspace, endpoint management (macOS, Windows), networking, VPN, and access management tools (Okta, CyberArk).
  • Process Improvement: Create and update documentation, runbooks, and knowledge base articles to ensure consistency across the global service desk team.
  • Automation & Scripting: Develop or modify automation scripts (PowerShell, Python, or similar) to streamline routine tasks and improve operational efficiency.
  • Field Engineering Support: Provide on-site support for end-user devices, conference room A/V setups, office network connectivity, and workstation provisioning.
  • Customer Experience Excellence: Communicate effectively and empathetically with users, ensuring timely resolutions and a positive support experience.
  • AI & Innovation: Experiment responsibly with AI technologies to assist with troubleshooting, data collection, and proactive issue detection.

Requirements

Do you have experience in macOS?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Professional Background: Typically requires a BA/BS in Information Technology or equivalent, with 2+ years of hands-on experience in a Service Desk or Field Support role.

  • Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Google Workspace administration, endpoint management, Zoom, and identity/access management tools.
  • System Knowledge: Experience supporting macOS and Windows devices, SaaS applications, VPN, and enterprise collaboration platforms.
  • Automation Aptitude: Working knowledge of scripting (PowerShell, Python, or similar) or using automation tools to streamline IT operations.
  • Customer Focus: Proven commitment to exceptional user support, balancing empathy, technical accuracy, and efficiency.
  • Team Collaboration: Comfortable working within a global support model, partnering across time zones and regions to provide consistent service delivery.
  • Continuous Growth: Naturally curious and proactive in adopting new support technologies and improving daily IT operations.
  • Language Skills: Business level Spanish and English both in written and verbal

About the company

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.

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