Senior Manager Software Engineering (Microservices)
Zscaler•San Jose, CA
•Hybrid
About The Position
We are looking for a seasoned Senior Manager Software Engineering (Microservices) to join our ZIA Engineering team. This is a hybrid role based in San Jose, CA (3 days a week in office), reporting to the Senior Director of Engineering. As part of the Central Authority department, you will lead the control plane engineering team for the "Zscaler Internet Access" (ZIA) product. You will help guide a fast-growing team managing a massively scalable product that has redefined how security services are delivered in the cloud.
Requirements
- 12+ years of software experience (including at least 4+ years in a leadership/management role) and bachelor’s degree in CS or a related field
- Hands-on expertise in microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and asynchronous messaging (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ)
- Advanced proficiency with containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), and public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Strong proficiency in both SQL and NoSQL database technologies to support distributed data needs
- Deep understanding of distributed system design patterns and modern security protocols (OAuth 2.0, JWT)
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the Cloud Security and Networking domain
- Experience in GenAI and Agentic Systems
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a high-performing team with a focus on end-to-end ownership, encompassing design, development, qualification, and deployment
- Oversee the design of autonomous, independently deployable services using modern frameworks to ensure a scalable and modular control plane
- Manage CI/CD pipelines, container orchestration (Kubernetes/Docker), and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) to streamline delivery and operations
- Ensure high availability and system stability by implementing resilience patterns, monitoring service health, and resolving complex performance bottlenecks
- Partner with architects and product managers to define service boundaries, enforce API standards, and align technical execution with business goals
Benefits
- Various health plans
- Time off plans for vacation and sick time
- Parental leave options
- Retirement options
- Education reimbursement
- In-office perks
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
Upload and Match Resume
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
