Zscaler

Senior Staff Software Engineer (C / Networking / Dataplane)

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3 months ago
San Jose, CA, USAStaff+
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Base Salary

$158k - $225k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement datapath features for load balancing, firewall rules, and L7 protocol implementations
  • Apply C programming, data structures, and algorithms to build high-performance systems
  • Independently drive moderately complex projects from conception through deployment
  • Use networking protocol and service expertise in DNS, HTTP, TCP/IP, and SSL/TLS
  • Use Unix or Linux knowledge to optimize networking and security applications

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience building large-scale commercial networking and security applications
  • Proficiency in C or C++
  • Strong foundational knowledge of data structures and algorithms
  • Working experience with Linux, Unix, or similar operating systems
  • BS or MS degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Curiosity about and demonstrated use of AI tools to improve workflows and problem-solving
  • Preferred: exposure to AI-assisted software development tools and workflows
  • Preferred: advanced knowledge of DNS, HTTP, TCP/IP, and SSL/TLS

Benefits

  • Hybrid role in San Jose, CA, with three days per week in the office
  • Various health plans
  • Vacation and sick time off plans
  • Parental leave options
  • Retirement options
  • Education reimbursement
  • In-office perks
  • Comprehensive benefits for employees and families

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About Zscaler

5,001-10,000 employees

Zscaler builds a cloud-delivered zero trust security platform that replaces traditional network security appliances for enterprises and public-sector organizations. Its Zero Trust Exchange provides secure web gateway, zero trust access, CASB, and cloud firewall services, sold as subscriptions and delivered across 160+ global data centers. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Jose, it is a public company on NASDAQ (ZS) serving thousands of customers worldwide.

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