Description
Zscaler is seeking an Sr Staff Software Development Engineer (Layer 7 Security & Proxy) to join its team. This hybrid role, located in Santa Clara, CA, reports to the Director, Software Development Engineering in the Zero Trust Exchange department.
The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership for the ZIA proxy architecture, focusing on advanced Layer 7 protocols and SSL inspection. Responsibilities include improving code quality, driving architectural decisions, implementing innovative solutions, and modernizing the ZIA code base.
Key responsibilities:
- Support end-to-end QUIC/HTTP/3 and HTTP/2 proxy and TLS/SSL architecture in ZIA
- Define and evolve ZIA proxy architecture
- Collaborate with Product Management and engineering on solution design and delivery
- Establish reference architectures and design patterns for ZIA components and integrations
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring across virtual and product teams
Requirements:
- 8+ years of experience in designing and implementing networking security software and public clouds infrastructure
- Deep understanding of Proxies, HTTP/2, QUIC, TCP/IP, TLS/DTLS, and SSL proxies
- Proficiency in C language
- Demonstrated success in designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting high-throughput, low-latency network security products
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Preferred qualifications:
- Proven ability to leverage AI technologies and workflows
- Mastery of TCP/IP, DNS, Http(s), VPN technologies, NAT, and load balancing
- Knowledge of BSD/Linux operating systems, virtualization technologies, and DPDK or similar kernel bypass techniques
The base salary range for this position is $180,000-$225,000 USD.
Zscaler offers comprehensive benefits, including various health plans, time off plans, parental leave options, retirement options, education reimbursement, and in-office perks.