Zscaler · 8 hours ago
Sr. Staff Rust Software Engineer
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$154K/yr - $220K/yr
8+ years expZscaler is a pioneer and global leader in zero trust security, seeking a Senior Staff Rust Developer to enhance their cloud security platform. The role involves developing high-performance networking code, improving software quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features.
Cloud SecurityCyber SecurityEnterprise SoftwareSecurity
Responsibilities
Develop high-performance networking code for multiple desktop platforms using the Rust language and platform-native APIs
Improve code quality through building solid, testable, and well-documented software foundations
Design and implement major development projects with a focus on scalability, security, and performance
Collaborate with product managers and cross-functional teams to deliver customer-impacting features
Debug and solve complex network-related problems and enhance system functionality
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
8+ years of software engineering experience with deep expertise in the Rust programming language and familiarity with lower-level languages such as C/C++
Strong knowledge of system and network programming including firewalls, VPNs, protocols, TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, QUIC, H/3, and proxies
Familiarity with system concepts such as virtual memory, multi-threading, and system APIs
Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills in both networking and system-level contexts
Preferred
Familiarity with kernel-mode programming, VPN technologies, and a strong understanding of security protocols and standards
Experience writing testable, low-complexity code with dependency injection and thorough documentation
Proficiency in additional programming languages like Swift, Python, or comparable technologies
Benefits
Various health plans
Time off plans for vacation and sick time
Parental leave options
Retirement options
Education reimbursement
In-office perks, and more!
Company
Zscaler
Zscaler is a global cloud-based information security company that enables secure digital transformation for mobile and cloud.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.67BKey Investors
TPG GrowthLightspeed Venture Partners
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2024-04-23Post Ipo Equity· $22.7M
2018-03-16IPO
Leadership Team
Jay Chaudhry
CEO, Chairman & Founder
Praniti Lakhwara
SVP, IT & Apps
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