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Good but cheap roots

Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Zscaler for 4 years
November 28, 2020
San Jose, California
4.0
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEO
Pros

Great product and lots of growth.

A lot of work where you can make yourself look good.

Great ESPP and RSU stock grant refreshers.

Cons

They do some sneaky stuff with comp packages that should be mentioned before you join.

RSUs are only granted 4 times a year, so your first vest could be 3 months late.

The 401k employer match of $2k is dollar for dollar, but you must be employed on the last day of the year, December 31st. There are no exceptions.

Their benefits list makes it sound like the perks are included; what they mean is they offer them with premiums.

You hear "free food once a week"? I think they should disclose it as "free Indian food once a week." It's completely lame if you don't like it.

Advice to Management

Figure out how to onboard people better.

It's a total disaster for the first few months as it is just a 'do what you want' attitude.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
3.0
Culture and Values
3.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
1.0
Career Opportunities
5.0
Compensation and Benefits
3.0
Senior Management
4.0

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