Principal Product Manager

Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) accelerates digital transformation so customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange️ platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Distributed across 160+ public exchanges globally and thousands of private exchanges 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.Role We are looking for a Principal Product Manager to join our team. This is a hybrid, based in San Jose, CA role, reporting to the Director, Product Management in the Take Off Team department. You are a results-driven leader tasked with driving the vision, strategy, and execution of our Zero Trust Cloud product line. You will own a significant portion of the product roadmap, directly impacting our core product evolution and overall company growth.What you’ll do (Role Expectations)Define and execute the strategic product roadmap for cutting-edge Zero Trust Cloud capabilities, directly influencing company growth and meeting critical customer demandTransform the Zero Trust Cloud administrator experience by delivering intuitive management tools and actionable, data-driven insights that simplify complex security operationsOwn the complete product lifecycle from ideation to successful end-of-life, driving market success and ensuring unparalleled customer satisfactionLead high-impact, cross-functional collaboration to solve complex challenges and successfully drive high-quality products from concept to market deliveryEngage with global customers and partners to capture deep feedback, identify disruptive market opportunities, and forge strategic public cloud partnershipsWho You Are (Success Profile)You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful.You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. True ownership involves leveraging dynamic range: the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.You are a problem-solver. You love running towards the challenges because you are laser-focused on finding the solution, 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 are obsessed with your own development, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose.What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domainDeep, hands-on expertise and a commanding understanding of major public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, or OCIRock-solid foundation across critical security domains, including Public Cloud Security, Zero Trust Networking, Multi-Cloud Governance, IAM, and DLPSuccessful history of defining, launching, and scaling industry-leading security products tailored for dynamic public cloud environmentsProven ability to drive cross-functional alignment across Engineering, Sales, and Marketing while synthesizing complex Fortune 500 customer needs into clear product requirementsWhat Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)Experience driving product strategies that integrate AI/ML for automated cloud security posture management, predictive threat intelligence, or intelligent policy generation within multi-cloud environmentsStrong background in engineering or software development, providing a deep understanding of product architecture and development lifecyclesProven experience delivering both SaaS and Virtual Appliance solutions alongside success in leveraging advanced data analysis and UX optimization techniques#LI-Hybrid #LI-CM3Zscaler’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$171,500—$245,000 USDAt 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 plansTime off plans for vacation and sick timeParental leave optionsRetirement optionsEducation reimbursementIn-office perks, and more!Learn more about Zscaler's 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 TransparencyZscaler 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.