Full Time

Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Cloud Networking & Datapath

Zscaler
Santa Clara, CA
$240,000 - $360,000* / year (about $115–$173 an hour)

Job Description

About this kind of role

What a Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Cloud Networking & Datapath usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: Designs, develops, and tests software solutions for cloud networking infrastructure and data paths. This role involves working on high-performance, scalable systems that handle network traffic and data flow within a cloud environment. Responsibilities often include performance optimization, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating with other engineering teams. Staff engineers are expected to provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in programming languages like C++, Python, or Go, experience with networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, etc.), and familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and virtualization technologies are generally required.

Good fit for: Individuals with strong software engineering fundamentals, a deep understanding of networking principles, and a passion for building robust and scalable cloud infrastructure thrive in this role.

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