Director, Web Development

As the Director of Web Development at Zscaler, you will lead and mentor a remote team of developers and QA engineers, oversee the development and maintenance of websites, and collaborate with marketing, product, and design teams to align web projects with business objectives.

To qualify for the Director of Web Development role at Zscaler, candidates should possess at least 10 years of proven experience in web development, preferably in a B2B SaaS environment. Proficiency in Laravel, React, and front-end and back-end technologies is essential.

Zscaler promotes a collaborative and inclusive remote work culture, allowing for effective communication and teamwork across different time zones. As the Director of Web Development, you'll leverage project management tools for seamless workflow management.

For success in the Director of Web Development role at Zscaler, candidates should be well-versed in Drupal, React, Next.js, and have a strong grasp of project management tools like Asana and JIRA, as well as quality assurance methodologies.

Working at Zscaler means joining a diverse and innovative team that is dedicated to making cloud business safe and efficient. You'll have the opportunity to lead impactful projects, foster a positive work culture, and enjoy competitive compensation and benefits.

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