Staff Frontend Developer (React)

TL;DR

Staff Frontend Developer (React): Building and maintaining high-performance, resilient UI libraries and tools for a cloud-native security platform with an accent on architecture, scalability, and performance optimization. Focus on driving engineering excellence, solving complex technical challenges, and ensuring maintainability across data-intensive interfaces.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from San Jose, CA (Hybrid)

Salary: $154,000 - $220,000 USD

Company

Zscaler is an AI-forward enterprise providing a cloud-native Zero Trust Exchange platform to secure users, devices, and applications globally.

What you will do

• Craft high-quality libraries and tools for building frontend applications.
• Develop and maintain high-performance, resilient UI using React, TypeScript, and Tailwind.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges by implementing robust test automation strategies.
• Document and communicate technical specifications to stakeholders.
• Participate in code reviews and enforce coding standards to ensure a maintainable codebase.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in JavaScript development with a focus on React.
• Expertise in creating lean documentation, testing, and automation as integral parts of the UI workflow.
• Proven ability to develop creative solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Demonstrated track record of fostering engineering excellence and driving innovation.
• Ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Expertise in performance optimization and detail-oriented code quality.
• Proficiency in resolving performance bottlenecks for fluid rendering in data-intensive interfaces.
• Experience designing scalable, reusable front-end architectures.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health plans and retirement options.
• Generous time off plans for vacation and sick leave.
• Education reimbursement and parental leave options.
• Collaborative, high-trust environment focused on impact over activity.
• Hybrid working model with in-office perks.