Principal Software Development Engineer

4 Months ago • 10 Years + • Software Development & Engineering

Job Summary

Job Description

Zscaler seeks an experienced Principal Software Development Engineer for its Cloud Browser Isolation team. Responsibilities include designing and implementing tools for automated deployment/upgrade of customer rollouts, minimizing maintenance and errors; creating tools to boost developer productivity and championing DevOps; collaborating with QA and Engineering to design infrastructure solutions; working with SMEs on product development and infrastructure evolution for scalability and performance; and participating in post-mortem discussions and capacity planning. The ideal candidate possesses 10+ years of software engineering experience (at least 2 years in a lead role), expertise in GoLang, Java, or Rust, and experience with backend systems, cloud platforms (AWS preferred), Linux, and CI/CD tools.
Must have:
  • 10+ years software engineering experience
  • GoLang, Java, or Rust expertise
  • Backend systems experience
  • AWS, Azure, or GCP experience
  • Linux OS and CI/CD tools experience
Good to have:
  • Terraform or Docker experience
  • Config management tools (Ansible, Puppet, etc.)
  • Problem-solving and automation passion
Perks:
  • Various health plans
  • Time off plans
  • Parental leave options
  • Retirement options
  • Education reimbursement
  • In-office perks

Job Details

About Zscaler

Serving thousands of enterprise customers around the world including 40% 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 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 15 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.

We're looking for an experienced Principal Software Development Engineer to join our Cloud Browser Isolation team. Reporting to the Sr Manager Software Engineering, you'll be responsible for:

  • Design and implement tools for automation of deployment/upgrade of customer rollouts with a focus on minimising maintenance requirements and error prone tasks.
  • Implement tools and automation to increase developers productivity and act as an advocate for DevOps inside the engineering teams.
  • Working closely with QA and Engineering to understand,  design and implement solutions for the infrastructure that are aligned with the business requirements.
  • Work with SMEs and participate in all phases of product development to assess, plan and contribute to  the evolution of infrastructure to support the product from a scalability and performance perspective.
  • Participate in post-mortem operations discussions, capacity planning exercises to help identify areas of improvements on automation and error reporting/observability.

 What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications) 

  • 10+ years of software engineering experience with at least 2 years in tech lead / staff / principal role
  • Experience coding in the following languages: GoLang, Java or Rust, intermediate experience with python, bash
  • Expertise with backend systems in large-scale service-oriented architectures
  • Intermediate to advanced level experience with at least one public cloud platform like AWS, Azure, or GCP.  AWS Preferred.
  • Intermediate to advanced level experience with Linux Operating System and CI & Build tools.

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Good experience working with one or more config management and orchestration tools like Terraform, Docker, Ansible, Puppet, Salt or Chef. Terraform or Docker Preferred.
  • Passion for automation and problem solving..
  • Ability to work both with a global team and individually

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At Zscaler, we believe that diversity drives innovation, productivity, and success. We are looking for individuals from all backgrounds and identities to join our team and contribute to our mission to make doing business seamless and secure. We are guided by these principles as we create a representative and impactful team, and a culture where everyone belongs. For more information on our commitments to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, visit the Corporate Responsibility page of our website.

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

  • Various health plans
  • Time off plans for vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave options
  • Retirement options
  • Education reimbursement
  • In-office perks, and more!

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

Zscaler is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.

Pay Transparency

Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules. For additional information about the federal requirements, click here.

Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.

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