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Zscaler · 1 day ago

API Platform & Developer Tooling Intern

positionSan Jose, CA
timeInternship
remoteHybrid
seniorityIntern
money$45/hr - $65/hr

Zscaler accelerates digital transformation through its cloud-native Zero Trust Exchange platform. They are seeking an API Platform & Developer Tooling Intern to build and refine infrastructure and tools that empower engineering teams to develop and deploy APIs efficiently.

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Responsibilities

Build and maintain internal CLI tools, SDKs, or dashboards that automate repetitive developer tasks, such as environment setup or service scaffolding, to increase overall engineering velocity
Assist in defining and enforcing API design guidelines (e.g., REST, GraphQL, or gRPC) and documentation standards to ensure consistency, security, and ease of use across the platform
Identify bottlenecks in the internal development lifecycle and implement solutions—such as automated testing suites or mock servers—that reduce "friction" for feature teams

Qualification

JavaJavaScript/TypeScriptPythonAWSGCPAzureDockerKubernetesAnalytical thinkingPassion for innovationProblem solvingCommunication skillsSelf-starter

Required

Currently pursuing Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Systems
Strong analytical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills
Motivated self-starter with a passion for innovation and technology

Preferred

Proficiency in at least one of the following: Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Python
Experience with at least one public cloud (AWS, GCP, or Azure), containerization with Docker, and familiarity with Kubernetes

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

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Zscaler is a global cloud-based information security company that enables secure digital transformation for mobile and cloud.
dateFounded in 2008
location
San Jose, California, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
https://www.zscaler.com

H1B Sponsorship

Zscaler has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (164)
2024 (220)
2023 (108)
2022 (144)
2021 (82)
2020 (51)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.67B
Key Investors
TPG GrowthLightspeed Venture Partners
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2024-04-23Post Ipo Equity· $22.7M
2018-03-16IPO

Leadership Team

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Jay Chaudhry
CEO, Chairman & Founder
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Hemant Dabke
Area Vice President
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