Sr. Software Development Engineer (Backend - Python)

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 Senior Software Development Engineer to join our team. This is a hybrid role based in Bangalore, reporting to the Director, Software Development Engineering.

As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you will be a technical leader within the Engineering department, driving the core purpose and overall impact of our cloud-native infrastructure. You will focus on building robust systems that serve as the foundation for our high-growth global organization.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Developing and maintaining the Query layer using Java, Python or Go within a Kubernetes environment

• Designing, implementing, and deploying Kubernetes clusters that are scalable and reliable

• Developing monitoring systems and deploy services in the cloud

• Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Kubernetes clusters, containers, and microservices

• Contributing to the overall reliability, scalability, and security of applications in cloud-native environments

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You are a problem-solver. You seek out challenges because you are energized by finding solutions, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact

• You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and never stop developing yourself, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose

• You are data-driven. You use data and analytics to find the truth, measure what matters, and guide informed decisions. You value evidence over assumptions, replacing "I think" with "I know" to drive better outcomes

• You think at scale. You connect your day-to-day work to the larger company mission and think globally. You build solutions, processes, and teams that are not just effective today but are built to last and support a high-growth, global organization

• You lead with integrity. You do the right thing, even when it’s hard. You hold yourself and others to a high standard of accountability and build trust by matching your words with consistent, transparent action

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• 3+ years of experience with Programming languages like Java, Python or Golang

• 2+ years of experience in Kubernetes, Docker, Kafka

• 2+ years of public cloud experience (AWS or GCP or Azure)

• Expertise in designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting large-scale distributed systems

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience in continuous monitoring, vulnerability scanning, patching, and reporting

• Experience with multiple cloud providers (AWS, Azure) and both relational and non-relational databases for microservices

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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 Future of Work strategy, 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.

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