Software Architect (Full Stack Java) at Zscaler
San Jose, CA 95101
About the Job
About ZscalerServing thousands of enterprise customers around the world including 40% of Fortune 500 companies, Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) was founded in 2007 with a mission to make the cloud a safe place to do business and a more enjoyable experience for enterprise users
As the operator of the world’s largest security cloud, Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so enterprises can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure
The pioneering, AI-powered Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of enterprise customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Named a Best Workplace in Technology by Fortune and others, Zscaler fosters an inclusive and supportive culture that is home to some of the brightest minds in the industry
If you thrive in an environment that is fast-paced and collaborative, and you are passionate about building and innovating for the greater good, come make your next move with Zscaler. Our Engineering team built the world's largest cloud security platform from the ground up, and we keep building
With more than 100 patents and big plans for enhancing services and increasing our global footprint, the team has made us and our multitenant architecture today's cloud security leader, with more than 15 million users in 185 countries
Bring your vision and passion to our team of cloud architects, software engineers, security experts, and more who are enabling organizations worldwide to harness speed and agility with a cloud-first strategy.We're looking for an experienced hands-on Software Architect to join our Endpoint Engineering team
Reporting to the Director, Engineering, you'll be responsible for:Propose scalable design and architecture for features, measure and demonstrate performance gains scientifically and identify scale bottlenecks and proposing solutions with proof of concepts.Influence engineering leaders across the company to ensure all features will provide meet our long-term scale expectations and guide long-term optimization strategiesYou will provide solutions to improve performance assessment lifecycle in both production and labPromote performance best practices through technical presentations at important forums for influencing broader products.Author portfolio and program-level documents for Performance and scale that influence broader organization.Assess the feasibility of technical feature proposals and ensure that projects are cohesive with well-founded, long-term visionsWhat We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)You have expert programming skills in Java - coding 50% of the time15+ years of relevant industry experience with emphasis on performance and scaleYou have experience in large-scale distributed architectureExperience working with highly available products (24/7)You have experience in root cause analysis of performance bottlenecks in lab and productionWhat Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)Knowledge of database fundamentals: SQL, schema, internals (Postgres) , ASH (Active Session History)Experience with Java samplers or profilers like Visual VM or similar toolsExperience in HBase, Hadoop is plusAgile/ Scrum methodology experience#LI-JM1#LI-HybridZscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level
The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/ bonus/ equity (if applicable) + benefits.Base Pay Range$192,500—$275,000 USDAt Zscaler, we believe that diversity drives innovation, productivity, and success
We are looking for individuals from all backgrounds and identities to join our team and contribute to our mission to make doing business seamless and secure
We are guided by these principles as we create a representative and impactful team, and a culture where everyone belongs
For more information on our commitments to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, visit the Corporate Responsibility page of our website.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 plansTime off plans for vacation and sick timeParental leave optionsRetirement optionsEducation reimbursementIn-office perks, and more!By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.Zscaler is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our employees
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.Pay TransparencyZscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules
For additional information about the federal requirements, click here.Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.
As the operator of the world’s largest security cloud, Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so enterprises can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure
The pioneering, AI-powered Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of enterprise customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Named a Best Workplace in Technology by Fortune and others, Zscaler fosters an inclusive and supportive culture that is home to some of the brightest minds in the industry
If you thrive in an environment that is fast-paced and collaborative, and you are passionate about building and innovating for the greater good, come make your next move with Zscaler. Our Engineering team built the world's largest cloud security platform from the ground up, and we keep building
With more than 100 patents and big plans for enhancing services and increasing our global footprint, the team has made us and our multitenant architecture today's cloud security leader, with more than 15 million users in 185 countries
Bring your vision and passion to our team of cloud architects, software engineers, security experts, and more who are enabling organizations worldwide to harness speed and agility with a cloud-first strategy.We're looking for an experienced hands-on Software Architect to join our Endpoint Engineering team
Reporting to the Director, Engineering, you'll be responsible for:Propose scalable design and architecture for features, measure and demonstrate performance gains scientifically and identify scale bottlenecks and proposing solutions with proof of concepts.Influence engineering leaders across the company to ensure all features will provide meet our long-term scale expectations and guide long-term optimization strategiesYou will provide solutions to improve performance assessment lifecycle in both production and labPromote performance best practices through technical presentations at important forums for influencing broader products.Author portfolio and program-level documents for Performance and scale that influence broader organization.Assess the feasibility of technical feature proposals and ensure that projects are cohesive with well-founded, long-term visionsWhat We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)You have expert programming skills in Java - coding 50% of the time15+ years of relevant industry experience with emphasis on performance and scaleYou have experience in large-scale distributed architectureExperience working with highly available products (24/7)You have experience in root cause analysis of performance bottlenecks in lab and productionWhat Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)Knowledge of database fundamentals: SQL, schema, internals (Postgres) , ASH (Active Session History)Experience with Java samplers or profilers like Visual VM or similar toolsExperience in HBase, Hadoop is plusAgile/ Scrum methodology experience#LI-JM1#LI-HybridZscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level
The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/ bonus/ equity (if applicable) + benefits.Base Pay Range$192,500—$275,000 USDAt Zscaler, we believe that diversity drives innovation, productivity, and success
We are looking for individuals from all backgrounds and identities to join our team and contribute to our mission to make doing business seamless and secure
We are guided by these principles as we create a representative and impactful team, and a culture where everyone belongs
For more information on our commitments to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, visit the Corporate Responsibility page of our website.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 plansTime off plans for vacation and sick timeParental leave optionsRetirement optionsEducation reimbursementIn-office perks, and more!By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.Zscaler is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our employees
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.Pay TransparencyZscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules
For additional information about the federal requirements, click here.Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.
