or apply directly on Zscaler's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 26 days Zscaler's roles stay open a median of 40 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Zscaler's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Zscaler
- low 0 stale, 19 reposted of 370 open
- Hiring momentum
- 564 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Zscaler's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Zscaler.
About this role
As a Senior Software Development Engineer at Zscaler, you will focus on developing and maintaining software components primarily using C programming. Your role will involve optimizing data structures, working within Linux/FreeBSD environments, debugging with tools like GDB, and collaborating with senior engineers to resolve system issues. This position emphasizes ownership, problem-solving, and a growth mindset in a dynamic work environment.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Zscaler as an employer.
What you need
- 3+ years experience in C programming
- Strong understanding of core principles of C programming
- Hands-on experience in data structures (arrays, linked lists, stacks, and trees)
- Familiarity with operating system concepts such as process management, threading, and memory management
- Experience with GDB or other debugging tools for troubleshooting software errors
- Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Nice to have
- Knowledge of version control tools (Git)
- Familiarity with networking concepts and protocols
- BS/MS degree in computer science or related field
What you get
- Various health plans
- Time off plans for vacation and sick time
- Parental leave options
- Retirement options
- Education reimbursement
- In-office perks, and more!
Worth weighing
- Hybrid role may require flexibility in work location
- Focus on C programming may limit exposure to other languages or technologies
- Dynamic environment may require adaptability to changing priorities
Summarised from Zscaler's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Zscaler on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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