Senior Staff Software Development Engineer

World's largest cloud security platform operator protecting enterprise customers through AI-powered Zero Trust Exchange platform.
$147,000 - $210,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
10+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Staff Software Development Engineer

Zscaler, the world's largest security cloud operator, is seeking a Senior Staff Software Development Engineer to join their Central Authority team within the Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) product division. As a NASDAQ-listed company serving 40% of Fortune 500 companies, Zscaler has revolutionized cloud security with their AI-powered Zero Trust Exchange platform.

The role involves working on critical components of their large-scale distributed system, focusing on the control plane of the ZIA product. You'll be responsible for developing and maintaining high-performance, scalable solutions while ensuring optimal customer satisfaction through proactive troubleshooting and support.

This position requires deep expertise in C programming, networking protocols, and Unix systems, combined with strong fundamentals in high-performance computing and distributed systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with system architecture, performance optimization, and quality assurance through automated testing.

Zscaler offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a culture that values innovation and collaboration. The company provides comprehensive benefits, including health plans, retirement options, and education reimbursement. With over 100 patents and a growing global presence, this role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to enterprise security solutions used by millions worldwide.

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Responsibilities For Senior Staff Software Development Engineer

  • Developing and owning components of a large-scale distributed system
  • Troubleshooting production issues to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Working with operations and providing support to maintain a healthy cloud
  • Owning and displaying accountability of assigned areas

Requirements For Senior Staff Software Development Engineer

PostgreSQL
MySQL
Linux
  • 10+ years of experience in C programming
  • Strong knowledge of networking protocols and services - DNS, HTTP, TCP/IP, SSL/TLS
  • Sound knowledge of FreeBSD or Unix systems internals
  • Strong fundamentals in High-performance Computing, Event-based programming, Memory optimization, and Fault Tolerance
  • Proficiency in design/code reviews and writing automatable unit and integration tests
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • BS or MS Degree in Engineering/Computer Science preferred
  • Experience with distributed systems and relational databases (PostgreSQL and MySQL) preferred

Benefits For Senior Staff Software Development Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
401k
Education Budget
  • Various health plans
  • Time off plans for vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave options
  • Retirement options
  • Education reimbursement
  • In-office perks

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