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Principal Software Development Engineer (Control-Plane)

Office - San Jose, USA💼 Full-time💰 $185,500–$185,500🗓 2026-09-22 → 2026-09-26

Core

Design and build scalable, resilient control-plane software systems for Zscaler's Zero Trust Exchange, focusing on cloud networking, security features, and high-performance applications.

Role type

Principal Software Development Engineer (Control-Plane)

Builds

Cloud security services, distributed systems, and SaaS platforms for the Zero Trust Exchange

Domain

Cybersecurity, Cloud Networking, SASE

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

Python, Go, Cloud Networking (AWS/GCP/Azure), System Design, Troubleshooting, Test-Driven Development, AI/ML Integration

Preferred skills

Distributed Systems Architecture, Firewall-as-a-Service, Network Security Protocols, High-Availability Systems

Technologies

Python, Go, AWS, GCP, Azure, Transit Gateway, Route 53, NAT Gateway, Security Groups

Responsibilities

Define software design specifications and implement bug-free code; Design, develop, and optimize networking and security features; Collaborate with architects and product managers to resolve system issues; Coach and mentor junior team members

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic impact

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