Principal Software Development Engineer

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: Not Specified

Zscaler is seeking an experienced Principal Software Development Engineer to join their Cloud Browser Isolation team. The successful candidate will report to the Sr Manager Software Engineering and be responsible for designing and implementing automation tools for deployment, upgrades, and developer productivity, with a strong focus on minimizing maintenance and error-prone tasks. This role involves close collaboration with QA and Engineering to align infrastructure solutions with business requirements, participating in all phases of product development, and contributing to post-mortem operations and capacity planning for improvements in automation and observability.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of software engineering experience.
  • At least 2 years in a tech lead, staff, or principal role.
  • Experience coding with Go (GoLang).
  • Expertise with backend systems in large-scale service-oriented architectures.
  • Intermediate to advanced level experience with at least one public cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP), with AWS being preferred.
  • Intermediate to advanced level experience with the Linux Operating System and CI & Build tools.

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • Good experience working with one or more configuration management and orchestration tools (Terraform, Docker, Ansible, Puppet, Salt, or Chef), with Terraform or Docker being preferred.
  • Passion for automation and problem-solving.
  • Experience with Rust, Python, or Bash.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing tools for automation of deployment/upgrade of customer rollouts, focusing on minimizing maintenance requirements and error-prone tasks.
• Implementing tools and automation to increase developer productivity and acting as an advocate for DevOps within engineering teams.
• Working closely with QA and Engineering to understand, design, and implement infrastructure solutions aligned with business requirements.
• Collaborating with SMEs and participating in all phases of product development to assess, plan, and contribute to the evolution of infrastructure.
• Participating in post-mortem operations discussions and capacity planning exercises to identify areas for improvement in automation and error reporting/observability.

About Zscaler

Zscaler is a global leader in cloud security, serving thousands of enterprise customers, including 40% of Fortune 500 companies. Founded in 2007, Zscaler's mission is to make the cloud a safe and enjoyable place for businesses and users. As the operator of the world's largest security cloud, Zscaler accelerates digital transformation, enabling enterprises to be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ platform, powering their SASE and SSE offerings, protects customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications.

Recognized as a Best Workplace in Technology, Zscaler cultivates an inclusive and supportive culture. The Engineering team has built the world's largest cloud security platform from the ground up, holding over 100 patents and continually enhancing services and expanding its global footprint. Zscaler empowers organizations worldwide to embrace a cloud-first strategy with speed and agility.

Company Culture & Benefits

Zscaler is committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities and customers it serves, fostering an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives. The company emphasizes collaboration and belonging, aiming to make doing business seamless and secure. Zscaler offers a comprehensive and inclusive benefits program designed to meet the diverse needs of its employees and their families throughout their life stages.