Palo Alto Networks · 2 hours ago
Principal Product Manager
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$194K/yr - $260K/yr
8+ years expPalo Alto Networks is a company dedicated to being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. They are seeking a Principal Product Manager with an AI first mindset to drive the development and deployment of their critical Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) system, utilizing cutting-edge AI technologies to enhance sales and services implementations.
Cloud SecurityCyber SecurityNetwork SecuritySecurity
Responsibilities
Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders using various techniques such as interviews, workshops, and documentation review leveraging AI powered tools to extract key insights
Conduct thorough analysis of business processes, workflows, and systems to identify areas for improvement and opportunities for AI / Agentic solutions
Translate business requirements into clear and detailed functional specifications, user stories, and use cases for IT projects
Work closely with product managers, architects, developers, and cross functional IT teams to design, innovate and validate technology solutions that meet business requirements and align with architectural standards
Work with QA/QE function to develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts to validate system functionality, performance, and usability against business requirements - where applicable, work with QA/QE to automate test cases for regression testing
Collaborate with stakeholders to conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure that technology solutions meet business expectations and quality standards
Facilitate defect triage and resolution, working closely with development teams to address issues and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software releases
Serve as a liaison between business and IT teams, facilitating effective communication, collaboration, and alignment throughout the project lifecycle
Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners, understanding their needs, priorities, and challenges to effectively advocate for technology solutions that drive business value
Provide regular updates and status reports to stakeholders, project teams, and management, highlighting progress, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Qualification
Required
12 years of experience and a bachelors or 8 years of experience and a masters degree
Minimum 8-10+ years of experience in Product Management or a related field
Bachelor's Degree in business administration, computer science, engineering, or an equivalent combination of skills, training, and experience - Master's degree preferred
Knowledge and experience with Salesforce CPQ is a must
Experience driving innovative CPQ solutions using AI
Advanced analytical skills and a track record of driving analysis for new, innovative, and disruptive products
Extensive experience working with and guiding cross-functional teams in a high technology company
Advanced data analysis and visualization skills is required
Experience with different requirement gathering techniques (e.g., workshops, interviews, user stories, use cases)
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to various audiences
Exceptional leadership and mentoring abilities
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to influence and drive consensus across multiple stakeholders
A proactive, self starter with a results-driven attitude and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Must be in SF bay area to be onsite 3 days/week
Preferred
Knowledge of the Q2C quote to cash process is preferred
Benefits
Restricted stock units
Bonus
Company
Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company that offers cybersecurity solutions for organizations.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$65MKey Investors
Icon VenturesLehman HoldingsGlobespan Capital Partners
2012-07-20IPO
2008-11-03Series C· $10M
2008-08-18Series C· $27M
Leadership Team
Helmut Reisinger
CEO EMEA
Nikesh Arora
Chairman CEO
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