Backend Engineer, Data Pipelines (Avalor) at Zscaler

About Zscaler

Zscaler is a pioneer and global leader in zero trust security. The world’s largest businesses, critical infrastructure organizations, and government agencies rely on Zscaler to secure users, branches, applications, data & devices, and to accelerate digital transformation initiatives. Distributed across more than 160 data centers globally, the Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform combined with advanced AI combats billions of cyber threats and policy violations every day and unlocks productivity gains for modern enterprises by reducing costs and complexity.

Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership and accountability.

We champion an “AI Forward, People First” philosophy to help us accelerate and innovate, empowering our people to embrace their potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges and want to make a positive difference on a global scale, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler to help shape the future of cybersecurity.

Role

We are looking for a Backend Engineer, Data Pipelines to join our Exposure Management & Security Operations department. This is a hybrid role based in our Ramat Gan office three days a week (Sundays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays), reporting to the Senior Manager, Software Development Engineering.

Avalor curates and contextualizes data from hundreds of security and business tools to help companies understand and address their riskiest problems. Our robust data platform and strong security modules provide immediate and secure benefits to our customers. If you're passionate about data and helping companies improve their security posture, we'd love to have you join Avalor as we make the world a more secure place.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

Developing and maintaining high-quality, scalable backend services within a microservices architecture using Java/Spring Boot and Python

Leading and designing solutions from scratch to production with a focus on scale and reliability

Monitoring the performance and cost of the services in production to ensure operational excellence

Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve our technology stack and development processes

Integrating with other team members across backend, frontend, product, and UX to deliver seamless features

Who You Are (Success Profile)

You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it and see dynamic environments as the raw material to build something meaningful.

You are a problem-solver. You seek out challenges because you are energized by finding solutions, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.

You are a positive force. You approach hard problems with constructive energy and a 'can-do' spirit that is contagious, inspiring your team to stay focused on the solution.

You think at scale. You connect your day-to-day work to the larger company mission and build solutions and processes that are built to last for a high-growth, global organization.

You are resilient and adaptable. You maintain composure and focus in high-pressure situations, guiding yourself and your team through complexity with a steady, positive hand.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

5+ years of proven backend software engineering experience in high-growth environments

Proficiency in object-oriented programming languages specifically Java/Springboot or C#/.Net Core

Proficiency in various big data stores such as Snowflake, Vertica, Elastic Search, or BigQuery

Experience with developing SaaS products over public cloud infrastructure such as AWS, Azure, or GCP

Proficiency in high scale, multi-tenant cloud architecture including queues, ETL workflows, and workload distribution

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

Proven knowledge in microservice architectures and distributed systems practices

Previous team management or project management experience within a software engineering context

Professional experience in a Tech-lead or Scrum-master capacity

At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

Various health plans

Time off plans for vacation and sick time

Parental leave options

Retirement options

Education reimbursement

In-office perks, and more!

Learn more about Zscaler’s Future of Work strategy, hybrid working model, and benefits here.

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.

Pay Transparency

Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules.

Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.

Backend Engineer, Data Pipelines (Avalor)

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