
About Zscaler
Secure access for a cloud-first world
Key Highlights
- Public company (NASDAQ: ZS) with a valuation over $4B
- 7,000+ enterprise customers including Netflix & Siemens
- Headquartered in San Jose, California
- Over $500M raised in funding since inception
Zscaler, headquartered in San Jose, California, is a leader in cloud security solutions, providing services to over 7,000 customers including major corporations like Netflix and Siemens. Founded in 2008, Zscaler went public in 2018 and has since raised over $500 million in funding, with a current va...
🎁 Benefits
Zscaler offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and a flexible remote work policy to support work-life balance. Employees ...
🌟 Culture
Zscaler fosters a culture of innovation and agility, emphasizing a cloud-first approach to security. The company values transparency and collaboration...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Zscaler is seeking a Principal Rust Developer to design and implement distributed systems for their cloud-native Zero Trust Exchange platform. You'll work in a hybrid role based in San Jose, focusing on building scalable infrastructure components. This position requires expertise in Rust and experience in high-performance system design.
Job Description
Who you are
You have extensive experience in software development, particularly with Rust, and a strong background in designing and implementing distributed systems. You thrive in collaborative environments and are driven by the challenge of solving complex problems. Your ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders ensures that you can translate technical requirements into actionable tasks. You are passionate about building high-quality, reliable systems that can scale to meet the demands of hundreds of millions of users. You understand the importance of low-latency solutions and have a track record of delivering impactful results in your previous roles. You are committed to continuous learning and improvement, always seeking to enhance your skills and knowledge in the field of software engineering.
Desirable
Experience with cloud-native architectures and a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles would be advantageous. Familiarity with agile methodologies and a proactive approach to problem-solving will help you excel in this role. You are open to mentoring junior developers and sharing your expertise to foster a culture of growth and collaboration within the team.
What you'll do
As a Principal Rust Developer at Zscaler, you will be responsible for designing and building core infrastructure components that support the Zero Trust Exchange platform. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that the systems you develop are robust, scalable, and secure. Your role will involve writing high-quality, maintainable code in Rust, as well as participating in code reviews and providing constructive feedback to your peers. You will also be tasked with identifying performance bottlenecks and implementing solutions to enhance system efficiency. In addition, you will contribute to architectural discussions and help shape the technical direction of the team. Your expertise will be crucial in driving the successful delivery of projects that have a significant impact on the company's mission to enhance cybersecurity for its customers.
What we offer
Zscaler provides a dynamic work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on the future of cybersecurity. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a talented team of professionals who are dedicated to excellence. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development and growth. Our culture emphasizes transparency, accountability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results. Join us in our mission to transform the way organizations secure their digital environments and make a positive difference on a global scale.
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