Principal Software Development Engineer - Backend (Java/API)

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have 12+ years of hands-on software application development experience, with a strong background in cloud computing (AWS, GCP) and Java, Spring (Boot, Cloud, Security). A minimum of 5 years of experience with distributed systems like Kafka and DynamoDB is required, along with proven experience in designing and implementing scalable distributed systems and containerization experience with applications deployed on Docker or Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

The Principal Software Development Engineer will develop high-quality, performant, scalable, reusable, extensible, secure, supportable, and reliable software. This includes writing microservices, developing and extending in-house APIs, and writing client-side code that interacts with other APIs (RESTful and SDKs). The engineer will also design and implement scalable, high availability distributed systems using Kafka and Elasticsearch, work with front-end engineers to understand user requirements and provide endpoints, and develop and maintain scalable web and responsive applications.

Skills

Java

API Development

Microservices

Backend Development

Software Development

Scalability

Performance

Security

Cloud Security

Zscaler

Cloud-based cybersecurity and secure gateway services

About Zscaler

Zscaler provides cloud-based information security services, focusing on internet, web, and cloud security. Its platform functions as a secure gateway that inspects all internet traffic between users and applications, ensuring that threats are identified and stopped before they can access a client's network. This service is offered through a subscription model, allowing large enterprises and government organizations to select the level of security that meets their needs. Zscaler differentiates itself from competitors by offering a strong partner program that enhances market reach and provides partners with training and resources. The company's goal is to support secure digital transformation for its clients by delivering reliable security solutions.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2008Year Founded

$148.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

Supportive parental & family leave

On-demand learning & development

Company-sponsored volunteering

Global tuition assistance program

Guilt-free paid time off

Risks

Emerging cybersecurity firms may erode Zscaler's market share.

Economic downturns could impact Zscaler's subscription-based revenue model.

The retirement of CFO Mr. Canessa may lead to financial instability.

Differentiation

Zscaler offers a 100% cloud-based security platform, eliminating on-premise hardware needs.

The company is a Gartner magic quadrant leader for secure web gateways.

Zscaler's platform inspects all internet traffic, ensuring threats are neutralized pre-network.

Upsides

Zscaler's FY/25 guidance was revised upward, indicating strong financial performance.

The partnership with Bharti Airtel enhances Zscaler's zero-trust architecture offerings.

Zscaler's hiring of government experts strengthens its position in the public sector.

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