Zscaler
cybersecurity
PrincipalSWE,Windows&macOSClientDevelopment
“Principal SWE, Windows & macOS Client Development at Zscaler. Skills: Windows & macOS Client Development, networking, AI models, C++, Rust. implement high-impact ZCC tunnel features that enhance connectivity and security for our global user base. lead the modularization of existing code into libraries to improve system maintainability and architectural stability”
What You'll Achieve.
impact over activity; making an impact quickly and with high quality; high-impact results quickly to win for the customer and the team
Industry & Context.
problem-solver; energized by finding solutions; solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
C, C++, or Rust development experience, Experience with both Windows & macOS Client Development, Robust networking knowledge and engineering experience, Demonstrated experience utilizing AI models for debugging and code generation
Nice to Have
Experience working within the Client VPN space, Advanced expertise in networking architectures and C++ or Rust development experience working with AI agents
What You'll Do.
implement high-impact ZCC tunnel features that enhance connectivity and security for our global user base
lead the modularization of existing code into libraries to improve system maintainability and architectural stability
Work on networking components in ZCC across all platforms
Write highly scalable and testable code with the assistance of AI
Debug customer issues utilizing state-of-the-art tools and AI
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaboration; stronger teammate
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