About the job
About Zscaler
Zscaler stands at the forefront of zero trust security, recognized globally as a leader in protecting the world's largest enterprises, critical infrastructure entities, and government organizations. Our innovative solutions safeguard users, branches, applications, data, and devices while driving digital transformation forward. With over 160 data centers worldwide, our Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform, powered by advanced AI, addresses billions of cyber threats and policy violations daily, streamlining operations for modern businesses by minimizing costs and complexities.
At Zscaler, impact in your role surpasses titles, and trust is earned through results. We prioritize transparency and foster constructive, honest debate—aiming for the best ideas, swiftly. Our high-performing teams are designed to deliver impactful outcomes rapidly and with excellence. We cultivate a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership, and accountability.
Embracing an “AI Forward, People First” philosophy, we empower our team members to unlock their potential and drive innovation. If you are motivated by purpose, excel at tackling complex challenges, and aspire to make a positive global impact, we invite you to join Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity.
Role
We are seeking a Senior Sales Engineer to enrich our dynamic team based in D.C., Maryland, or Virginia. This position will report to the Sales Engineering Manager for the Americas Field Sales team.
Your primary responsibility will be to design technical solutions that effectively address and alleviate critical customer challenges.
What You’ll Do (Role Expectations)
- Lead the technical sales process with expertise and confidence.
- Manage Proof of Value initiatives from inception to completion, serving as the technical and industry authority.
- Collaborate with and support various internal Zscaler teams to enhance customer satisfaction.
Who You Are (Success Profile)
- You exhibit ownership in your role, driven by a passion for the mission that inspires proactive action. Your integrity shines through as you genuinely care about outcomes, smoothly transitioning between strategic planning and hands-on execution.
- You thrive on problem-solving, eagerly tackling challenges to uncover solutions that yield significant impact.
- Your customer obsession drives you to cultivate deep empathy for customers, both internal and external, ensuring their needs are met with precision.

