Job Description
About Zscaler
Zscaler accelerates digital transformation to ensure our customers can be more agile efficient resilient and secure. As an AI-forward enterprise we are constantly pushing the envelope leveraging the world’s largest security data lake to power our cloud-native Zero Trust Exchange platform. This innovation protects our customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users devices and applications in any location.
Here impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We say impact over activity. We seek innovators who actively use AI to amplify their impact and who thrive in an environment where we leverage intelligent systems to stay ahead of evolving threats. We believe in transparency and value constructive honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession collaboration ownership and accountability.
We value high-impact high-accountability with a sense of urgency where you’re enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you’re driven by purpose thrive on solving complex challenges and want to be part of the team that’s helping to secure the AI age we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity.
Role
We are looking for a Software Development Engineer to join our team. This is an on-site (San Jose CA) role reporting to the Director Software Development Engineering in the Zero Trust Exchange - ZIA Dev Ops/CI/CD/Infra department. In this role you will be responsible for developing various full-stack tools to enhance engineering productivity while contributing to improved high-quality documentation and self-serve materials.
What you’ll do (Role Expectations)
- Design and develop full-stack tools to drive engineering productivity
- Create and optimize comprehensive technical documentation and self-serve materials
- Oversee ongoing tool maintenance and provide robust engineering support
Who You Are (Success Profile)
- You act like an owner with a passion for the mission that fuels a strong bias for action navigating seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.
- You are a dedicated problem-solver who seeks out challenges and finds energy in delivering impactful solutions to hard problems.
- You are a high-trust collaborator who is ambitious for the team embracing ongoing candor delivered with clarity and respect to build fast trust.
- You are an active learner with a true growth mindset who loves what you do works with purpose and constantly seeks feedback to develop yourself.
- You are a positive force who approaches complex challenges with a contagious constructive energy and a resilient can-do spirit.
What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)
- Demonstrated curiosity and active exploration of AI tools with a proven history of integrating new technologies to enhance daily workflows and augment problem-solving
- Strong Go and/or Python programming skills
- Hands-on experience with database tools like PostgreSQL and SQL
- Foundational knowledge of public cloud platforms or Kubernetes
- Experience developing frontends using the React framework or JavaScript
- Internship or 2+ months of experience with a M.S. in Computer Science or related field
What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)
- Experience building or integrating AI-forward features automated agents or LLM APIs to optimize internal developer workflows
- Prior professional experience with full-stack software development
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The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/ bonus/ equity (if applicable) + benefits.
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!
Learn more about Zscaler's hybrid working model and benefits here.
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.
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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.
Skills Required
- Demonstrated curiosity and active exploration of AI tools and integration into workflows
- Strong Go and/or Python programming skills
- Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and SQL
- Foundational knowledge of public cloud platforms or Kubernetes
- Experience developing frontends using the React framework or JavaScript
- Internship or 2+ months of experience with a M.S. in Computer Science or related field
- Experience building or integrating AI-forward features automated agents or LLM APIs
- Prior professional experience with full-stack software development
What the Team is Saying
Zscaler Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Healthcare Strength—Health and family support includes multiple medical plan options mental‑health access (Lyra and EAP) fertility and gender‑inclusive care menopause support and concierge cancer care. This breadth indicates strong coverage depth across core health needs.
- Leave & Time Off Breadth—Salaried employees have flexible time off with no set cap paid company holidays sick/bereavement/military leave and paid parental leave with a ramp‑back period. Hybrid work further complements time away when needed.
- Equity Value & Accessibility—Equity participation includes RSUs for eligible roles and an ESPP with a material discount with corporate filings confirming the ESPP’s ongoing operation. These programs expand total rewards beyond cash through ownership opportunities.
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What We Do
Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so our customers can be more agile efficient resilient and secure. Our cloud native Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users devices and applications in any location.
Why Work With Us
Our impact comes from how we work—every day in every decision as one team. Our values and leadership principles are more than words; they're our operating system. They fuel a culture of execution where trust transparency and accountability help us deliver meaningful results for our customers colleagues and our company. www.zscaler.com/culture
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Date Posted
07/03/2026
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