Greenhouse ·
full-timeCommercial Sales Engineer - East
Zscaler · Remote - Massachusetts, USA; Remote - New Jersey, USA; Remote - New York, USA; Remote - Virginia, USA
Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) accelerates digital transformation so customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Distributed across 200+ public data centers globally and thousands of private sites at the edge, the SASE-based Zero Trust Exchange is the world’s largest in-line cloud security platform. We believe the future of work is Human + AI and are building an AI-native enterprise where human potential is amplified by machine intelligence to solve the world’s hardest security challenges. Driven by deep customer obsession, we are committed to the mission, outcome, and to each other. We bring these commitments to life through three core behaviors: ownership and collaboration, trust through outcomes and impact, and a challenge culture with ongoing feedback. Ready to make an impact at the company pioneering security transformation in the AI era? Join us at Zscaler. We are looking for a Commercial Sales Engineer to join our East team. This is a remote role, reporting to the Manager of Sales Engineering. The Zscaler Sales and Go-to-Market team is a global group of professionals who are passionate about delighting our customers, nurturing trusted partnerships, and sharing their expertise to drive a secure, cloud-enabled digital future and further cement our position as the world leader in cloud security. Sales, Customer Success, Sales Enablement, Solution Architects, Business Development, Transformation, and Technology Partnerships all work together to demonstrate the power and agility of Zscaler cloud transformation to the world. What you’ll do (Role Expectations) Create and deliver technical product presentations to prospective customers Gather customer technical requirements to ensure proposed solutions will meet customer goals and needs Lead product evaluations and custom product configurations Design evaluation test plans with customers and guide the process to successful outcomes Who You Are (Success Profile) 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 high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust. You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and never stop developing yourself, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose. You are customer-obsessed. You build deep empathy for the customer—both internal and external—and anchor your decisions in solving their real-world problems. You champion their needs from start to finish, knowing their success is our success. You champion simplicity. You are skilled at distilling complex problems, user needs, and technical concepts into clear, simple, and actionable plans. You are a precise communicator who brings clarity and focus to every interaction. 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 Proven cybersecurity and networking technical background with hands-on experience in network fundamentals such as TCP/IP, DNS, routing, VPN, and firewalls 2+ years of experience as a Sales Engineer or Network Systems integrator Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent working experience Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications) Technical certifications such as CCNA, Network+, CCNP, CCIE, or Security+ Prior experience closing deals in a quota-carrying role Experience running multiple POVs in tandem and working with small to medium-sized business or enterprise accounts in the networking or cybersecurity space Demonstrate strong AI fluency by leveraging coding assistants, LLMs, and Generative AI tools to accelerate troubleshooting, solution design, automation, and customer problem-solving, while applying sound technical judgment to validate outputs. #LI-AA5 #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 exclude
| Role | Commercial Sales Engineer - East |
|---|---|
| Company | Zscaler |
| Location | Remote - Massachusetts, USA; Remote - New Jersey, USA; Remote - New York, USA; Remote - Virginia, USA |
| Type | full-time |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-10-21 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
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0/4Commercial Sales Engineer - East at Zscaler: frequently asked questions
- What is the salary for this role?
- Zscaler has not stated compensation in the listing. Check the original posting or ask during the application process.
- Is the Commercial Sales Engineer - East position remote, hybrid or onsite?
- The listing marks this role as remote, with Remote - Massachusetts, USA; Remote - New Jersey, USA; Remote - New York, USA; Remote - Virginia, USA as the location.
- What is the application deadline?
- Zscaler has not listed a fixed deadline, so apply early in case the opening is filled.
- How do I apply for the Commercial Sales Engineer - East role?
- Use the Apply button on this page. It opens the original listing on job-boards.greenhouse.io, where you submit your application with the company.
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