About the job
About Zscaler
Zscaler leads in digital transformation for security, helping organizations operate securely and efficiently in a cloud-first world. The company’s Zero Trust Exchange platform connects users, devices, and applications securely, wherever they are. By using a large security data lake and AI-driven solutions, Zscaler protects clients from cyber threats and data loss.
Results matter more than titles here. Zscaler values impact, transparency, and honest debate to surface the best ideas quickly. Teams focus on customer needs, collaboration, and accountability, delivering rapid and high-quality outcomes. Employees are encouraged to take ownership, move with urgency, and grow their skills while working on meaningful challenges in cybersecurity.
Role Overview
The Senior Manager, Software Development Engineering will join the API Platform team in a hybrid role based in San Jose, CA. This position requires working onsite three days per week and reports to the Vice President of Engineering for the API Platform. The manager will lead efforts to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing platforms and developer tools, supporting engineering teams across the company. The role centers on improving platform efficiency, scalability, and the developer experience, while managing a team of senior technical staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Set the vision and roadmap for the API Platform and developer tooling, ensuring alignment with company goals, technical scalability, and industry standards.
- Oversee API standardization, design, and governance to improve developer experience and productivity across engineering teams and products.
- Manage and mentor Senior Staff Engineers and other senior technical contributors, fostering collaboration and supporting professional growth.
- Ensure delivery of microservices, SDKs, and developer tools that are reliable and perform well.
Location
This is a hybrid position based in San Jose, California, with in-office work required three days a week.

