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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Software Development Engineer-C/C++ - **Company:** Zscaler, Inc. - **Location:** Bellevue, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $112,000.0 - $160,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Databases, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Memory Management, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Engineering, Virtualization Technology, Nutanix - **Published:** June 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://seeker-sp.worksourcewa.com/jobview/GetJob.aspx?JobID=293451552 ## About the Role + 3+ years of experience on Unix/Linux platforms, with strong proficiency in C/C++, Python or Java + Deep expertise in Unix/Linux Operating System internals and command-line utilities to build, debug, and optimize high-performance services + Solid understanding of distributed systems and experience building scalable systems + Deep proficiency in advanced data structures and algorithms **What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)** + Hands-on experience with Ansible for automation + Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and virtualization technologies like Nutanix or KVM \#LI-Hybrid #LI-YC2 ## Description We are looking for a Sr. Software Development Engineer, Nanolog to join our team. This is a Hybrid role based in San Jose, CA or Bellevue, WA (3 days in office),reporting to the Sr. Director, Software Engineering in the Zero Trust Exchange department. You will play a critical role in the evolution of the Zscaler Nanolog Service, driving the design and optimization of our proprietary time series database. By identifying system bottlenecks and implementing kernel-level enhancements, you will ensure our platform continues to deliver high-performance, scalable security solutions for our global customer base. **What you'll do (Role Expectations)** + Design, develop, and test enhancements to the Zscaler Nanolog Service powered by the proprietary timeseries database + Profile and analyze system performance, identify bottlenecks, and deliver code improvements in areas such as memory management, file I/O, and data structures + Stay updated on emerging database technologies and trends to evaluate new concepts for our database kernel + Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and other engineering leads, to define and prioritize technical requirements + Troubleshoot and debug complex database issues reported by internal teams or customers **Who You Are (Success Profile)** + You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful. + You act like an owner, operating with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. + You seek out challenges because you are energized by finding solutions, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact. + You are customer-obsessed, championing their needs from start to finish because their success is our success. + You are driven by innovation, believing in the power of technology to accelerate transformation and always looking for a better, more secure, and scalable way. ## Related Videos - [Embracing the Hybrid Cloud: Unlocking Success with Ansible](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/932-embracing-the-hybrid-cloud-unlocking-success-with-ansible) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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