Zscaler

Principal Software Engineer - Backend, API

San Jose, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

Principal Software Engineer

Employment Type: Full-time Location Type: Hybrid (San Jose office 3 days a week)

About Zscaler

Serving thousands of enterprise customers around the world, including 45% of Fortune 500 companies, Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) was founded in 2007 with a mission to make the cloud a safe place to do business and a more enjoyable experience for enterprise users. As the operator of the world’s largest security cloud, Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so enterprises can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The pioneering, AI-powered Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ platform, which is found in our SASE and SSE offerings, protects thousands of enterprise customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.

Named a Best Workplace in Technology by Fortune and others, Zscaler fosters an inclusive and supportive culture that is home to some of the brightest minds in the industry. If you thrive in an environment that is fast-paced and collaborative, and you are passionate about building and innovating for the greater good, come make your next move with Zscaler.

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 65 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.

Position Overview

We're looking for an experienced Principal Software Engineer to join our team. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Engineering, you'll be responsible for developing high-quality, secure, and reliable software that is scalable, performant, reusable, and extensible.

Responsibilities

  • Developing high-quality, secure, and reliable software that is scalable, performant, reusable, and extensible.
  • Designing and implementing scalable, high-availability distributed systems, microservices, and APIs (RESTful and SDKs) using technologies like Kafka and Elasticsearch.
  • Collaborating with front-end engineers to create user-friendly, responsive applications and provide endpoints that support intuitive interfaces.
  • Optimizing system performance, monitoring system health, troubleshooting issues, and exhibiting a DevOps mindset by working on continuous integration, provisioning, deployment, and version control.
  • Mentoring junior engineers and new developers to enhance team competency and growth.

What We're Looking For (Minimum Qualifications)

  • 12+ years of experience in software application development, including expertise in Java and Spring frameworks like Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and Spring Security.
  • Extensive experience in cloud computing with AWS, GCP, or other cloud providers, and containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Proven expertise in designing, developing, and deploying scalable distributed systems with technologies such as Kafka and DynamoDB.
  • Proficient in version control systems like Git and test-driven development (TDD), ensuring high-quality software delivery.
  • Strong adaptability and ability to work independently in a fast-paced Agile environment with minimal supervision.

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Experience with data analysis and data analytics tools.
  • Experience with NoSQL databases, messaging services, and in-memory cache is strongly preferred.

Salary Information

Zscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/ bonus/ equity (if applicable).

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Skills

Backend Development
API Development
Scalability
Performance
Reliability
Security
Cloud Security
SASE
SSE
Zero Trust

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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