Senior Software Development Engineer (Datapath)

ZscalerSan Jose, CA
$112,000 - $160,000Hybrid

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
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