Software Engineer - ENG

Posted 13 Days Ago
Hiring Remotely in US
Remote
99K-229K
Mid level
Artificial Intelligence • Information Technology • Software
The Role
The Software Engineer will build and optimize distributed systems for Zoom's security features, focusing on end-to-end encryption and cloud infrastructure.
Summary Generated by Built In

 What you can expect

    As a Software Engineer in Security Engineering, you’ll play a key role in designing and building highly scalable, globally distributed security infrastructure at Zoom. You’ll contribute to the end-to-end encryption (E2EE) system, ensuring millions of users worldwide can communicate securely.

    About the Team

    With eight specialized departments, the engineering team functions as a highly collaborative, diverse powerhouse. Each department mission is to deliver seamless and innovative communication solutions. These range from software development and machine learning to quality assurance teams that work to create and maintain Zoom's user-friendly interfaces and robust infrastructure. The team continues to push the boundaries of communication technology, bringing people together regardless of their physical distance.

    Responsibilities

    • Building and optimizing large-scale distributed systems that power Zoom’s security features.

    • Building and maintaining server components for Zoom’s E2EE system, as described in our white paper.

    • Working with Go, SQL databases, and cloud infrastructure to develop secure, high-performance services.

    • Collaborating closely with security engineers, cryptographers, and cross-functional teams to enhance security protocols and design new solutions.

    • Solving complex security challenges, ensuring Zoom’s platform remains resilient, scalable, and secure for all user

    What we’re looking for

    • Have experience in building and maintaining distributed systems.

    • Have expertise in the Go programming language

    • Possess skills in SQL database technologies.

    • Have knowledge of scalability, performance tuning, and cloud infrastructure.

    • Possess a deep understanding of security principles and best practices.

    • Have experience with cryptography and cryptographic protocols. 

    Salary Range or On Target Earnings:

    Minimum:

    $98 900,00

    Maximum:

    $228 700,00

    In addition to the base salary and/or OTE listed Zoom has a Total Direct Compensation philosophy that takes into consideration; base salary, bonus and equity value.

    Note: Starting pay will be based on a number of factors and commensurate with qualifications & experience.

    We also have a location based compensation structure;  there may be a different range for candidates in this and other locations

    At Zoom, we offer a window of at least 5 days for you to apply because we believe in giving you every opportunity. Below is the potential closing date, just in case you want to mark it on your calendar. We look forward to receiving your application!

    Anticipated Position Close Date:

    04/23/25

    Ways of Working
    Our structured hybrid approach is centered around our offices and remote work environments. The work style of each role, Hybrid, Remote, or In-Person is indicated in the job description/posting.

    Benefits
    As part of our award-winning workplace culture and commitment to delivering happiness, our benefits program offers a variety of perks, benefits, and options to help employees maintain their physical, mental, emotional, and financial health; support work-life balance; and contribute to their community in meaningful ways. Click Learn for more information.

    About Us
    Zoomies help people stay connected so they can get more done together. We set out to build the best collaboration platform for the enterprise, and today help people communicate better with products like Zoom Contact Center, Zoom Phone, Zoom Events, Zoom Apps, Zoom Rooms, and Zoom Webinars.
    We’re problem-solvers, working at a fast pace to design solutions with our customers and users in mind. Find room to grow with opportunities to stretch your skills and advance your career in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

    Our Commitment​

    At Zoom, we believe great work happens when people feel supported and empowered. We’re committed to fair hiring practices that ensure every candidate is evaluated based on skills, experience, and potential. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, let us know—we’re here to support you at every step.

    If you need assistance navigating the interview process due to a medical disability, please submit an Accommodations Request Form and someone from our team will reach out soon. This form is solely for applicants who require an accommodation due to a qualifying medical disability. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed.

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    Top Skills

    Cloud Infrastructure
    Go
    SQL
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    The Company
    HQ: San Jose, CA
    11,053 Employees
    On-site Workplace
    Year Founded: 2013

    What We Do

    Bring teams together, reimagine workspaces, engage new audiences, and delight your customers –– all on the Zoom platform you know and love. 💙

    Zoomies help people stay connected so they can get more done together. We set out on a mission to make video communications frictionless and secure by building the world’s best video product for the enterprise, but we didn’t stop there. With products like AI Companion, Team Chat, Contact Center, Phone, Events, Rooms, Webinar, and more, we bring innovation to a wide variety of customers, from the conference room to the classroom, from doctor’s offices to financial institutions to government agencies, from global brands to small businesses.

    We do what we do because of our core value of Care: care for our community, our customers, our company, our teammates, and ourselves. Our global employees help our customers meet happier, communicate better, and create meaningful connections the world over. Zoomies are problem-solvers and self-starters, working hard to get results and moving quickly to design solutions with our customers and users in mind. Here, you’ll work across teams to dig deep into impactful projects that are changing the way people communicate, and find room to grow with opportunities to stretch your skills and advance your career in a diverse, inclusive environment.

    Learn more about careers at Zoom by visiting our careers site: https://careers.zoom.us/home

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