Zscaler

Senior Principal Software Engineer (Security Clearance Required)

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must be U.S. citizens and possess a security clearance, with a minimum of 12 years of experience in DevOps, Software Engineering, or related fields. They should have experience with Linux administration, command line programs, and scripting languages, along with knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IAC) tools like Terraform, Containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes, and cloud infrastructure providers such as AWS, GCP, and Azure.

Responsibilities

The Senior Principal Software Engineer will carry out DevOps and SRE duties for Big Data platforms including Hadoop, Spark, Trino, and Snowflake, monitoring platforms, adhering to runbooks and SOPs, implementing changes based on documented plans, showcasing robust troubleshooting skills, deploying new cloud-based environments (FedRamp), and facilitating technical design sessions.

Skills

DevOps
SRE
Big Data
Hadoop
Spark
Trino
Snowflake
Monitoring
Troubleshooting
Cluster Maintenance
Cloud Deployment
FedRamp

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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