Staff Network Engineer

1 Month ago • 6 Years + • Network Engineering • $119,000 PA - $170,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Zscaler is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join their Cloud Operations team. This remote US-based role involves collaborating with engineers to deploy, operate, and monitor network infrastructures across multiple data centers. The engineer will act as an L3 technical escalation point, manage high-severity incidents, and perform peer reviews on configurations. Responsibilities include providing technical guidance and mentorship to the team, and participating in an on-call rotation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, U.S. citizenship, experience with ticketing and inventory systems in remote data center operations, and at least 6 years of experience with high-speed Ethernet switches, Layer-2 spanning-tree, and Layer-3 BGP protocols. Hands-on experience with BGP routing for large-scale enterprise or telecom networks is also required.
Must have:
  • 6+ years experience with Ethernet switches
  • Expertise in Layer-2 spanning-tree protocols
  • Expertise in Layer-3 BGP protocols
  • Hands-on BGP routing (IPv4/IPv6) experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Experience with ticketing/inventory systems
Good to have:
  • Experience with Wireshark for IP-packet analysis
  • Knowledge of DNS, HTTPS, GRE, IPsec
  • Linux/Unix experience
  • Familiarity with Unix Shell scripts
  • CCNP or JNCIP certification
Perks:
  • Various health plans
  • Time off plans for vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave options
  • Retirement options
  • Education reimbursement
  • In-office perks

Job Details

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 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 Senior Network to join our Cloud Operations team. This is a remote role for the USA. Reporting to the Manager Network Engineering, you'll be responsible for:

  • Collaborating closely with a team of skilled engineers to deploy, operate, monitor, and support network infrastructures across multiple data centers.
  • Acting as the L3 technical escalation point, taking a lead role in managing and resolving high-severity or critical incidents.
  • Performing thorough peer reviews ("4-Eye checks") on configuration and change scripts to ensure accuracy, validity, and adherence to standards.
  • Offering expert technical guidance and mentorship to the team within the network domain, fostering growth and knowledge sharing.
  • Participating in an on-call rotation to ensure continuous operational support and issue resolution.

What We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
  • U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to the nature of the customers assigned to this role.
  • Experience working with ticketing and inventory systems in remote Data Center operations.
  • 6+ years of experience on high-speed copper and fiber Ethernet switch network. Layer-2 spanning-tree protocols, and Layer-3 BGP protocols.
  • Hands-on experience in BGP routing operation, design, and troubleshooting in both IPv4 and IPv6 for large-scale Enterprise networks or Telecom networks.

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Experience in IP-packet analysis by using WireShark.
  • Knowledge of DNS, HTTPS, GRE, and IPsec protocols with hands-on troubleshooting experience.
  • Experience on Linux/Unix, and Network equipment and the tasks they perform. Familiar with Unix Shell scripts and CCNP, JNCIP related certification classes.

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At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.

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 committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered 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 characteristic 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.

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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About The Company

Zscaler enables the world’s leading organizations to securely transform their networks and applications for a mobile and cloud first world. Its flagship services, Zscaler Internet Access and Zscaler Private Access, create fast, secure connections between users and applications, regardless of device, location, or network. Zscaler services are 100% cloud-delivered and offer the simplicity, enhanced security, and improved user experience that traditional appliances or hybrid solutions are unable to match. Used in more than 185 countries, Zscaler operates the world’s largest cloud security platform, protecting thousands of enterprises and government agencies from cyberattacks and data loss.



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