Zscaler
Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. Our cloud native Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.
Here,
impact in your role matters more than title
and trust is built on results. We believe in transparency and value
constructive, honest debate —we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on
customer obsession,
collaboration, ownership and accountability.
We value high-impact, high-accountability with a sense of urgency where you’re enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges and want to make a positive difference on a global scale, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity.
Our Engineering team built the world’s largest cloud security platform from the ground up, and we keep building. With more than 100 patents and big plans for enhancing services and increasing our global footprint, the team has made us and our multitenant architecture today's cloud security leader, with more than 15 million users in 185 countries. Bring your vision and passion to our team of cloud architects, software engineers, security experts, and more who are enabling organizations worldwide to harness speed and agility with a cloud-first strategy.
We're looking for an experienced Staff Development Engineer to join our team. This role is hybrid and based in our San Jose, CA office three days a week. Reporting to the Director, Software Engineering, you'll be responsible for:
Designing, developing, and optimizing the system, including networking and security features, to support high-performance applications
Ensuring federal certifications such as FIPS, FedRAMP, Common Criteria, and SOC2 compliance
Creating design and functional specification documents while performing unit testing and automation to ensure quality
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve system-related issues, optimize system performance, and innovate features to expand system capabilities
Applying strong software design principles to deliver reliable, scalable, and impactful product improvements
What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)
Bachelor's or Master’s (preferred) degree in Computer Science or a related field, with 6+ years of experience in system engineering focused on designing and optimizing system infrastructure for high-performance networking and security applications
Expertise in Linux kernel-based networking (L2/L3), Stateful Firewall, Network drivers, QoS, Traffic management, and protocols like VLANs, DHCP, DNS, Tunneling (IPSec, Wireguard, GRE), TLS, and DTLS
Proficiency in C and Python programming languages, with excellent problem-solving skills for debugging complex data path issues efficiently
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Solid understanding of high-performance networking, security infrastructure, and the technical skills required for efficient and scalable systems design
What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)
Experience in user space data path technologies such as VPP, DPDK, SR-IOV, NFV, and SDN, along with certifications like FIPS, FedRAMP, Common Criteria, and SOC2 is desired
Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is desired
Expertise in advanced networking, virtualization, and security solutions is preferred
$148,000 - $185,000 USD
At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.
Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:
Time off plans for vacation and sick time
Parental leave options
Retirement options
In-office perks, and more!
Pay Transparency: Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules.
Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
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Here,
impact in your role matters more than title
and trust is built on results. We believe in transparency and value
constructive, honest debate —we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on
customer obsession,
collaboration, ownership and accountability.
We value high-impact, high-accountability with a sense of urgency where you’re enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges and want to make a positive difference on a global scale, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity.
Our Engineering team built the world’s largest cloud security platform from the ground up, and we keep building. With more than 100 patents and big plans for enhancing services and increasing our global footprint, the team has made us and our multitenant architecture today's cloud security leader, with more than 15 million users in 185 countries. Bring your vision and passion to our team of cloud architects, software engineers, security experts, and more who are enabling organizations worldwide to harness speed and agility with a cloud-first strategy.
We're looking for an experienced Staff Development Engineer to join our team. This role is hybrid and based in our San Jose, CA office three days a week. Reporting to the Director, Software Engineering, you'll be responsible for:
Designing, developing, and optimizing the system, including networking and security features, to support high-performance applications
Ensuring federal certifications such as FIPS, FedRAMP, Common Criteria, and SOC2 compliance
Creating design and functional specification documents while performing unit testing and automation to ensure quality
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve system-related issues, optimize system performance, and innovate features to expand system capabilities
Applying strong software design principles to deliver reliable, scalable, and impactful product improvements
What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)
Bachelor's or Master’s (preferred) degree in Computer Science or a related field, with 6+ years of experience in system engineering focused on designing and optimizing system infrastructure for high-performance networking and security applications
Expertise in Linux kernel-based networking (L2/L3), Stateful Firewall, Network drivers, QoS, Traffic management, and protocols like VLANs, DHCP, DNS, Tunneling (IPSec, Wireguard, GRE), TLS, and DTLS
Proficiency in C and Python programming languages, with excellent problem-solving skills for debugging complex data path issues efficiently
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Solid understanding of high-performance networking, security infrastructure, and the technical skills required for efficient and scalable systems design
What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)
Experience in user space data path technologies such as VPP, DPDK, SR-IOV, NFV, and SDN, along with certifications like FIPS, FedRAMP, Common Criteria, and SOC2 is desired
Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is desired
Expertise in advanced networking, virtualization, and security solutions is preferred
$148,000 - $185,000 USD
At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.
Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:
Time off plans for vacation and sick time
Parental leave options
Retirement options
In-office perks, and more!
Pay Transparency: Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules.
Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
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