Principal Product Manager (Strata Cloud Manager Platform)

Palo Alto Networks • Santa Clara, CA

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About The Position

Job Summary As a Product Manager for our SaaS network security management platform, you will be responsible for understanding customer problems, defining a product vision, and guiding feature development to simplify daily operations for Network Security Administrators. You will work with cross-functional teams including engineering, UX, and marketing to drive the product roadmap and ensure the successful delivery of market-leading solutions.

Requirements

• BS/MS in a technical field or equivalent practical/military experience.
• 8+ years of product management experience.
• Direct experience in one or more of the following areas: Networking, Network Management, Network Security, or Next-Generation Firewalls.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear product requirements.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience building and launching SaaS products that improve IT operational efficiency.
• Experience with the full device lifecycle, from onboarding to decommissioning.
• Demonstrated ability to make data-driven product decisions.
• Experience thriving in fast-paced environments with overlapping project deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for features including activation, onboarding, identity management, and platform scaling.
• Translate customer needs into clear user stories and acceptance criteria to guide development efforts and ensure solutions address user pain points.
• Proactively collaborate with UX, engineering, and other product teams to deliver high-quality, differentiated, and automated solutions.
• Partner with product marketing to develop compelling messaging, impactful sales tools, and marketing content to support go-to-market efforts.
• Act as the voice of the customer, engaging with users, partners, and sales teams to gather feedback, evangelize the product, and drive continuous improvement.
• Define and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to track product success, identify areas for optimization, and inform data-driven decisions.
• Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify industry trends and inform product strategy and priorities.
• Enable field teams by collaborating with technical marketing and support to assist with training, beta programs, and critical issue escalations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees