[Remote] Global Solutions Architect, Automation

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Palo Alto Networks is dedicated to protecting our digital way of life through innovation and collaboration. As a Global Solutions Architect in Automation, you will design and scale automation solutions, improve operational efficiency, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance delivery processes.


Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and deploy automation solutions (Python, integrations, workflows) that improve time to deploy and reduce manual effort
  • Develop reusable assets such as playbooks, workflows, and integration patterns that can be leveraged across teams
  • Test and validate automation in real-world delivery scenarios before scaling
  • Translate complex delivery processes into simplified, repeatable, platform-driven workflows
  • Identify inefficiencies and implement automation-first solutions to improve speed and consistency
  • Enable teams to adopt and operationalize standardized workflows
  • Support the full delivery lifecycle from initial deployment through ongoing optimization
  • Build solutions that not only work once, but scale across multiple customers and environments
  • Define practical maturity improvements that move teams from manual to automated delivery
  • Partner with Practice Architects, Product, Engineering, and Services teams to align automation with real delivery needs
  • Build strong relationships with technical teams to understand challenges and drive adoption
  • Provide feedback to influence platform capabilities and close gaps

Skills

  • Strong hands-on experience building automation using Python (or similar scripting languages)
  • Experience working with SIEM/SOAR platforms (Cortex preferred) or similar security automation environments
  • Proven ability to build tools, workflows, or systems that improved operational efficiency or delivery outcomes
  • Experience designing repeatable solutions that scale across teams or customers
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate ambiguity into structured, automated solutions
  • Experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar
  • Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and security architectures
  • Experience working with APIs, integrations, and system workflows
  • Experience within Professional Services, Consulting, or customer delivery environments
  • Familiarity with Cortex product suite (XSIAM, XSOAR)
  • Experience influencing platform or product direction based on field needs

Benefits

  • Restricted stock units
  • A bonus
  • Reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability

Company Overview

  • Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company that offers cybersecurity solutions for organizations. It was founded in 2005, and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is

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