Zscaler

Senior Sales Engineer, SLED - California

Zscaler$154K — $221K *
US-AnywhereRemote in California, US
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in technical sales or engineering roles, particularly in cybersecurity or networking
  • Proven track record in security operations and familiarity with firewall, proxy, and networking technologies
  • Curiosity and proactive engagement with emerging AI tools to improve performance
  • Strong aptitude for learning and adapting to new technical concepts quickly
  • Must be a US citizen due to SLED engagements

Responsibilities

  • Present and demonstrate solutions to customers and stakeholders for technical alignment
  • Manage the technical sales process to speed up deal closures and ensure success
  • Lead Proof of Value initiatives from inception to conclusion to validate product efficacy
  • Collaborate with internal teams for aligned execution and enhanced customer success
  • Serve as a trusted advisor, converting customer needs into actionable technical strategies and guiding Zero Trust transformations

Benefits

  • Diverse health plan options
  • Generous vacation and sick leave policies
  • Parental leave support
  • Retirement savings programs
  • Education reimbursement opportunities
  • In-office perks and additional benefits available
Full Job Description
Role

We are looking for a Sr. Sales Engineer to join our Public Sector team. This is a Remote (California) role, reporting to the Sales Engineering Manager in the SLED department. As a key technical driver in our SLED organization, you will partner directly with state and local government and educational entities to architect solutions, demonstrate value, and guide their Zero Trust transformation.

What you'll do (Role Expectations)
  • Present and demonstrate the Zscaler platform to prospects, customers, and partners to articulate value and drive technical alignment
  • Oversee the technical sales process end to end to accelerate deals and ensure technical success
  • Run Proof of Value engagements from start to finish to validate outcomes and secure technical buy-in
  • Collaborate across internal Zscaler teams to ensure seamless execution and customer success
  • Act as a trusted advisor, translating customer desired outcomes into technical recommendations and guiding their Zero Trust transformation

Who You Are (Success Profile)
  • You thrive in ambiguity and feel comfortable building the path as you walk it, viewing dynamic environments as the raw material to create something meaningful.
  • You act like an owner with a strong bias for action, operating with integrity and navigating seamlessly between strategic vision and hands-on execution.
  • You are a continuous learner with a true growth mindset, actively seeking feedback to hone your skills, support your team, and deliver work with purpose.
  • You are customer-obsessed, building deep empathy for user challenges and anchoring every technical recommendation in solving real-world problems.
  • You are resilient and adaptable, viewing change as an opportunity and maintaining composure in high-pressure situations to guide partners through complexity.

What We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)
  • Demonstrated curiosity and active exploration of AI tools, with a proven history of integrating new technologies to enhance daily workflows and augment problem-solving
  • Experience in security operations, firewall or proxy operations, and networking
  • Demonstrated ability and proactive desire to learn new technical concepts quickly
  • US Citizenship required for SLED alignment

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Utilization of AI tools, coding skills, or technical project development using AI to drive operational efficiency and outcomes
  • Strong technical background in enterprise security and modern networking architectures
  • Demonstrated ability to advocate for and deploy leading-edge, disruptive technologies

#LI-CW1 #LI-Remote

Zscaler's salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/ bonus/ equity (if applicable) + benefits.

Base Pay Range

$154,875-$221,250 USD

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 hybrid working model and benefits here.

About Zscaler

Zscaler is a cloud-based information security company that provides Internet security, web security, firewalls, sandboxing, SSL inspection, antivirus, vulnerability management and granular control of user activity in cloud computing, mobile and Internet of things environments. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California, and has offices in Australia, India, Japan, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Learn more about Zscaler
Size
3,153 employees
Market Cap
$15.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$191.4 million
Founded
2008
5 Year Trend
+54.1%
Revenue
$536 million
NASDAQ

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