Senior Software Development Engineer (Datapath)

Zscaler • San Jose, CA

5d • $112,000 - $160,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a seasoned Senior Software Engineer to join our team. This is a hybrid role based in San Jose, CA (3 days a week in office), reporting to the Director, Software Development Engineering. The Senior Software Engineer will design and implement high-performance data path features for load balancing and L7 protocols, directly enhancing the scalability and security of global networking infrastructure. By leveraging deep C programming expertise and autonomous ownership, they will drive complex architectural projects from initial concept to large-scale deployment.

Requirements

• BS or MS degree in CS/CE or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience building large-scale commercial networking and security applications
• Strong foundational knowledge in data structures and algorithms
• Proficiency in programming languages C or C++
• Working experience in Linux, Unix, or similar operating systems

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of networking protocols and services, specifically DNS, HTTP, TCP/IP, and SSL/TLS

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Datapath features related to Load Balancer, Proxy, and L7 Protocol implementations
• Apply deep knowledge of C programming, data structures, and algorithms to build high-performance systems
• Independently drive moderately complex projects from conception to deployment with full ownership
• Utilize expert knowledge of networking protocols and services including DNS, HTTP, TCP/IP, and SSL/TLS
• Leverage Unix or Linux operating systems knowledge to optimize networking and security applications

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree