Senior Manager, Sales Engineering - Majors, Dallas

About Zscaler Zscaler is a pioneer and global leader in zero trust security. The world’s largest businesses, critical infrastructure organizations, and government agencies rely on Zscaler to secure users, branches, applications, data & devices, and to accelerate digital transformation initiatives. Distributed across more than 160 data centers globally, the Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform combined with advanced AI combats billions of cyber threats and policy violations every day and unlocks productivity gains for modern enterprises by reducing costs and complexity.

Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership and accountability.  We champion an “AI Forward, People First” philosophy to help us accelerate and innovate, empowering our people to embrace their potential.

If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges and want to make a positive difference on a global scale, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler to help shape the future of cybersecurity. Role We are looking for a Senior Manager of Sales Engineering for our South Majors team to join our AMS Field Sales department.

This is a remote role, reporting to the Director, Sales Engineering. You will lead a team of technical experts who support the sales process by translating complex product features into business value for clients, creating custom solutions, giving demos, and ensuring smooth technical handoffs. What you’ll do (Role Expectations) Hire and develop a high-performing sales engineering team Refine sales engineering processes, including discovery, technical qualification, and proof-of-concept Develop comprehensive solution proposals and deliver impactful product demonstrations Provide expert advice for requests for proposals (RFPs) and present recommendations to clients Collaborate across the organization to ensure solutions are implemented according to client expectations Who You Are (Success Profile) 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. You adapt to what’s needed, navigating seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution. 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 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 are driven by innovation. You have a deep curiosity for how things work and are energized by solving complex technical challenges.

You believe in the power of technology to accelerate transformation and are always looking for a better, more secure, and scalable way. You are resilient and adaptable. You view change as an opportunity and setbacks as temporary. You maintain composure and focus in high-pressure situations, guiding yourself and your team through complexity with a steady, positive hand.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience 10+ years of experience in sales or systems engineering, with at least 5 years specifically managing and directing a sales engineering team Deep technical knowledge and prior experience selling network security technologies What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications) Experience participating in regional industry events as a subject matter expert Demonstrated project management skills #LI-remote #LI-BG2  Zscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level.

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Base Pay Range$170,625—$243,750 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 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 Future of Work strategy, 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.

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