Job 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
The Team
Information Technology - Our Information Technology team at Palo Alto Networks is at the forefront of the digital transformation. We are building the next-generation of IT capabilities that will support our mission to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. From infrastructure and cloud to business applications and data analytics, our team is dedicated to providing secure, scalable, and innovative solutions that empower our employees and drive business growth. You'll be part of a team that's not just supporting the business, but actively shaping its future.
Job Summary
As a Senior Staff IT Software Engineer, you will be the architect of an "AI-First" evolution within our SAP ecosystem. We are seeking a pioneer to build intelligent agents that automate core business functions and revolutionize our SAP development lifecycle. You will lead the design of AI-driven solutions that transform traditional workflows into proactive, self-healing systems, directly impacting our global business operations
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and development of intelligent AI Agents using RAG, LLMs, and MCP Servers to optimize core SAP modules (O2C, R2R, MM).
• Embed AI into the SAP development lifecycle to automate code reviews, unit testing, and technical documentation, enhancing developer productivity.
• Design and implement complex RICEW objects, custom integrations, and extensions within SAP S/4HANA, ensuring scalable and resilient solutions.
• Proactively collaborate with Architects and Business Systems Analysts to translate complex business requirements into actionable technical blueprints.
• Pilot and scale proven AI innovations, transforming traditional SAP workflows into proactive, self-healing systems with a zero-downtime mindset.
• Proactively monitor system performance and conduct data quality audits to ensure the integrity and stability of global SAP operations.
• Mentor and guide other engineers, fostering a culture of 'AI-First' thinking and challenging the team to adopt new technologies and practices.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of deep technical experience in SAP ABAP development and architecture.
• Proven track record of implementing AI solutions, specifically using AI Agents, MCP Servers, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures.
• Strong functional understanding of core SAP business processes such as Order-to-Cash (O2C) and Record-to-Report (R2R).
• Expertise in designing complex RICEW objects and building custom integrations using ABAP, BAPIs, and BADIs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with SAP S/4HANA.
• Familiarity with modern software delivery methodologies like CI/CD and Agile.
• Experience acting as a technical lead or mentor for an engineering team.
• Curiosity and a passion for challenging the status quo by applying innovative AI solutions to enterprise problems

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 .
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.

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