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From the employer's careers site First seen 28 Oct 2026

Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Cloud Networking & Datapath

Zscaler Santa Clara, California Hybrid senior full-time

Salary

$180,000-$225,000 USD per year

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Description

Zscaler is looking for a Sr. Staff Software Development Engineer (Datapath) to join its team in a hybrid capacity. The engineer will play a critical role in expanding the capabilities of the company's datapath technology.

Responsibilities:

  • Define software design specifications and implement bug-free code using test-driven methodology
  • Identify opportunities to refactor existing code for maintainability and reusability
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams
  • Partner with Product Management to drive detailed product requirements
  • Lead a group of junior engineers by providing technical guidance, mentoring, and assisting in development details

Requirements:

  • 7+ years of experience developing large-scale cloud networking and security applications
  • Expertise in software design and programming in C/C++, Go, or Python
  • Deep knowledge of networking protocols and services such as DNS, HTTP, TCP/IP, and SSL/TLS
  • Experience working with AWS/Azure/GCP networking components
  • Hands-on experience with AWS/Azure/GCP database services, PubSub mechanisms, and SDKs

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience leveraging AI/ML technologies to optimize network datapath efficiency
  • Familiarity or direct experience with developing security Firewall features
  • Prior experience building solutions for Software as a Service platforms

Benefits:

  • Various health plans
  • Time off plans for vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave options
  • Retirement options
  • Education reimbursement
  • In-office perks, and more!

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • AI/ML
  • Firewall features
  • Software as a Service platforms

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/zscaler/jobs/5253937007

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