Principal Product Manager

Principal Product ManagerAt Palo Alto Networks everything starts and ends with our mission: Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we're looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.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 DescriptionWe are seeking a Principal Product Manager with an AI first mindset to drive requirements, development, and deployment of our critical Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) system for Palo Alto Networks (PANW)Sellers, Partners and Distributors. In this role, you will be responsible for driving digital transformation utilizing cutting edge AI technologies to help us scale our Sales, Services Implementations with Sellers, Partners and Distributors.Your impact includes:Requirements Gathering and AnalysisElicit, 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 solutionsTranslate business requirements into clear and detailed functional specifications, user stories, and use cases for IT projectsSolution Design and ValidationWork 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 standardsTesting and Quality AssuranceWork 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 testingCollaborate with stakeholders to conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure that technology solutions meet business expectations and quality standardsFacilitate defect triage and resolution, working closely with development teams to address issues and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software releasesStakeholder Communication and Relationship ManagementServe as a liaison between business and IT teams, facilitating effective communication, collaboration, and alignment throughout the project lifecycleBuild and maintain strong relationships with business partners, understanding their needs, priorities, and challenges to effectively advocate for technology solutions that drive business valueProvide regular updates and status reports to stakeholders, project teams, and management, highlighting progress, risks, and opportunities for improvementQualificationsYour experience includes:12 years of experience and a bachelors or 8 years of experience and a masters degreeMinimum 8-10+ years of experience in Product Management or a related fieldBachelor's Degree in business administration, computer science, engineering, or an equivalent combination of skills, training, and experience - Master's degree preferredKnowledge and experience with Salesforce CPQ is a must.Experience driving innovative CPQ solutions using AIKnowledge of the Q2C quote to cash) process is preferredAdvanced analytical skills and a track record of driving analysis for new, innovative, and disruptive productsExtensive experience working with and guiding cross-functional teams in a high technology companyAdvanced data analysis and visualization skills is requiredExperience 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 audiencesExceptional leadership and mentoring abilitiesStrategic thinking and problem-solving skillsAbility to influence and drive consensus across multiple stakeholdersA proactive, self starter with a results-driven attitude and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environmentMust be in SF bay area to be onsite 3 days/week