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Zscaler

Staff Software Development Engineer-Kubernetes

Zscaler

Published 11 May 2026
San Jose, CA, USA
130K - 185K USD Annual
Full Time

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Role Highlights

Languages used

Java
Python
GO

Key skills

Time Series
Distributed Systems
Relational Database
IAC
Transformation
Agile
Security
AI
Optimization
TroubleShooting
Containers
Reliability
Cloud
Infrastructure

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

Kubernetes
Docker
Azure
AWS

Description

The role involves designing and optimizing a proprietary time series database to support a security service. The engineer will develop and maintain a query layer while managing scalable and reliable containerized clusters. Responsibilities include developing monitoring systems and deploying services within cloud environments. The position requires troubleshooting complex issues related to microservices and containers. Additionally, the role focuses on enhancing the reliability and security of applications within cloud-native infrastructures.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must possess at least five years of experience with Java, Python, or Golang. A minimum of three years of experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and Kafka is required, along with two years of public cloud experience in AWS, GCP, or Azure. Applicants need expertise in designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting large-scale distributed systems. Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code is also necessary for this role.

Disclaimer

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About the company

Zscaler

Size

6971

Founded

HQ

San Jose, US

Public/Private

Public Company

Description

Zscaler accelerates digital transformation for its customers by making them more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure, leveraging the Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange, a cloud-native platform that protects against cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications. With over a decade of experience in developing, operating, and scaling the cloud, Zscaler serves thousands of enterprise customers globally, including 450 of the Forbes Global 2000 organizations, by eliminating latency-creating gateway appliances and improving user experiences. Founded in 2007, Zscaler's mission is to make the cloud a safe place to do business, and its security platform strategically places a company's defenses and controls on the internet to ensure every connection is fast and secure, regardless of user location or application workload.

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