[Remote] Senior Software Engineer at Zscaler

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 4 years of experience shipping high-quality SaaS products and features, with a proven track record of taking ownership from concept to launch. Experience with Ruby on Rails or similar web application technologies, along with libraries like RSpec and Sidekiq, is required. Familiarity with React, HAML, Redis, Postgres, AWS, Docker, or comparable technologies is necessary. The role demands confidence in making architectural design decisions to enhance scalability and performance for high-volume background tasks, and strong software testing skills are essential for delivering high-quality products. Preferred qualifications include experience operating cloud-based relational databases at scale and any background in security fields such as product development, malware handling, or security operations workflows.

Responsibilities

The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for continuously shipping quality product by writing well-organized, testable, and high-performing code. This includes addressing system and software bugs, developing product enhancements, and launching new features to scale within a Product Team construct. The engineer will support products and applications operating in a 24x7 production environment, including participation in an on-call rotation. Responsibilities also encompass writing clear and concise documentation, sharing knowledge internally and across teams, identifying technical risks and mitigation plans, and collaborating with Product Management and Design teams to take features from concept to shipping as the sole programmer.

Skills

Software Development

Product Development

Cyber Security

Cloud Security

SASE

SSE

Threat Detection

Response

API Development

System Design

Scalability

Performance Optimization

Testing

Debugging

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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