Principal Software Engineer- Backend (Python/Golang)

Zscaler(7 days ago)

HybridFull TimeSenior$182,000 - $260,000Emerging Tech

About this role

A Principal Software Engineer on Zscaler’s Emerging Tech team responsible for shaping next-generation Zero Trust networking services and distributed system components. This senior technical role is based in San Jose and operates in a hybrid model, helping drive scalable, high-performance solutions for a global security platform.

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Required Skills

Python
Golang
Distributed Systems
Microservices
Apache Kafka
Druid
Elasticsearch
Redis
PostgreSQL
APIs

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About Zscaler

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Zscaler is a cloud-native enterprise security company that delivers a zero‑trust platform to secure users, devices, and applications by inspecting traffic and enforcing access policies in the cloud. Its Zero Trust Exchange and SASE/SSE offerings — including Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA), Zscaler Private Access (ZPA), cloud firewall, browser isolation, and data protection — let organizations replace legacy VPNs and backhauled security with direct-to-cloud, policy-driven controls. Serving global enterprises, Zscaler applies AI/ML and automation for threat protection, data loss prevention, and scalability across hybrid/multi‑cloud, IoT/OT, and B2B environments to accelerate secure digital transformation.