Principal Software Development Engineer
Job Description
Zscaler, the world's largest security cloud operator, is seeking a Principal Software Development Engineer for their Cloud Browser Isolation team. This role combines deep technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, focusing on building and automating cloud infrastructure and deployment systems. The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud security technology, serving Fortune 500 clients and millions of users globally.
The role involves designing and implementing automation tools for deployment and customer rollouts, while working closely with QA and Engineering teams. You'll be instrumental in increasing developer productivity and championing DevOps practices. The position requires extensive experience in Go programming, backend systems, and cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
Zscaler offers a comprehensive benefits package and promotes an inclusive culture that values diversity. The company has received recognition as a Best Workplace in Technology by Fortune. With over 100 patents and a presence in 185 countries, Zscaler provides an environment where innovation thrives and technical expertise is highly valued.
This remote position based in Spain offers the chance to work on large-scale systems that protect thousands of enterprise customers from cyberattacks and data loss. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, making it ideal for experienced engineers who want to impact global cloud security infrastructure.
Responsibilities For Principal Software Development Engineer
- Design and implement tools for automation of deployment/upgrade of customer rollouts
- Implement tools and automation to increase developers productivity
- Act as an advocate for DevOps inside the engineering teams
- Work with QA and Engineering to design and implement infrastructure solutions
- Work with SMEs in product development phases
- Participate in post-mortem operations discussions and capacity planning
Requirements For Principal Software Development Engineer
- 10+ years of software engineering experience with at least 2 years in tech lead / staff / principal role
- Experience coding with Go (GoLang)
- Expertise with backend systems in large-scale service-oriented architectures
- Intermediate to advanced level experience with public cloud platform (AWS preferred)
- Intermediate to advanced level experience with Linux Operating System and CI & Build tools
- Experience with Terraform or Docker preferred
- Experience with Rust, python, bash (preferred)
Benefits For Principal Software Development Engineer
- 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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