Staff Software Development Engineer

Operator of the world's largest security cloud, serving thousands of enterprise customers including 40% of Fortune 500 companies, providing AI-powered Zero Trust Exchange platform.
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Staff Software Development Engineer

Zscaler, the world's largest cloud security platform operator, is seeking a Staff Software Development Engineer to join their Unified API platform team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a company that serves 40% of Fortune 500 companies and operates the world's largest security cloud. The position focuses on building and maintaining their pioneering AI-powered Zero Trust Exchange platform.

The role involves leading the development of a unified API and developer platform, ensuring standardization and governance across Zscaler's product portfolio. You'll be responsible for creating scalable, highly available API solutions that enhance the developer experience. This is a chance to work with cutting-edge technology in cloud security, contributing to a platform that protects thousands of enterprise customers worldwide.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of experience in API architecture and development, with strong expertise in languages like Go, Java, or Rust. You'll work closely with product managers and cross-functional teams, contributing to external-facing products and roadmap development. The position offers comprehensive benefits including health plans, retirement options, and education reimbursement.

Working at Zscaler means joining a team that has secured over 100 patents and continues to innovate in cloud security. The company fosters an inclusive culture and has been named a Best Workplace in Technology by Fortune. This role provides an opportunity to make a significant impact on global cloud security while working with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

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Responsibilities For Staff Software Development Engineer

  • Delivering a unified API and developer platform for ZScaler products, focusing on standardization, governance, and a seamless developer experience
  • Creating and refining API development and integration processes, tools, and methodologies across ZScaler's product portfolio
  • Leading the creation of a scalable distributed API platform, ensuring it is highly available, observable, and operable

Requirements For Staff Software Development Engineer

Go
Java
Rust
  • 5+ years experience in the architecture, design, and development of API frameworks and technologies
  • Experience in creating SDKs and designing APIs
  • Experience with API design standards, best practices and API-first design principles
  • Solid background in message brokers, caches, queues, and pub/sub concepts
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (Go, Java, C++, Rust, Go, etc)

Benefits For 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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