Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Machine Learning

Posted on 9/12/2024

Zscaler

Zscaler

5,001-10,000 employees

Cloud-based cybersecurity and secure gateway services

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$122.5k - $175kAnnually

Senior

San Jose, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence.

Category
Backend Engineering
FinTech Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
RabbitMQ
Kubernetes
Microsoft Azure
Python
Apache Beam
BigQuery
Apache Spark
Apache Kafka
Docker
AWS
C/C++
Data Analysis
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • An algorithm, data structure, computer science foundation; 4+ years of industry experiences in AI/ML and in Python and experience with C Coding
  • 4+ years of experience using distributed data processing such as Spark, BigQuery, or Apache Beam
  • 4+ years of experience building and scaling models based on LightGBM/LLM; 4+ years of experience with public cloud services infrastructure offerings such as AWS, GCP, Azure.
  • 4+ years of experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and event messaging such as Kafka, or RabbitMQ
Responsibilities
  • You will build large-scale distributed systems to support the Machine Learning pipeline, including data collection, feature engineering, model training, model evaluation, model deployment, and real-time service and policy evaluation.
  • You will apply analytical and math/statistics skills to stay on top of data and to ensure results are consistent and reliable.
  • You will solve complex real-world business problems (e.g., threat detection, automation, and business intelligence) by working with multiple partners including data scientists, product management, and product engineering teams.

Zscaler provides cloud-based information security services, focusing on internet, web, and cloud security. Its platform functions as a secure gateway that inspects all internet traffic between users and applications, ensuring that threats are identified and stopped before they can access a client's network. This service is offered through a subscription model, allowing large enterprises and government organizations to select the level of security that meets their needs. Zscaler differentiates itself from competitors by offering a strong partner program that enhances market reach and provides partners with training and resources. The company's goal is to support secure digital transformation for its clients by delivering reliable security solutions.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$148.8M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2008

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

31%

2 year growth

39%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Zscaler's subscription model provides steady and predictable revenue streams.
  • The company benefits from increased demand for zero-trust architecture solutions.
  • Partnerships with telecom companies expand Zscaler's market reach and customer base.

What critics are saying

  • The retirement of CFO Mr. Canessa may impact financial strategy and stability.
  • Zscaler's share price volatility could affect investor confidence.
  • Intense competition in the cybersecurity market may pressure Zscaler's market position.

What makes Zscaler unique

  • Zscaler offers a 100% cloud-based security platform, eliminating on-premise hardware needs.
  • The company is a leader in Gartner's magic quadrant for secure web gateways.
  • Zscaler's platform inspects all internet traffic, ensuring threats are neutralized pre-network.

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Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

Supportive parental & family leave

On-demand learning & development

Company-sponsored volunteering

Global tuition assistance program

Guilt-free paid time off

INACTIVE