Principal Machine Learning Engineer

Zscaler · Bangalore, India · Hybrid

About the role

Principal Machine Learning Engineer to lead development of advanced ML models, mentor junior team members, and drive strategic AI initiatives in the Exposure Management & Security Operations department. Hybrid role based in Bangalore.

What you'll do

  • Architect, implement, and evaluate advanced machine learning models
  • Guide and support data science team members through hands-on project direction
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to define project roadmaps
  • Champion organization-wide strategic initiatives for process optimization
  • Monitor emerging advancements in machine learning and translate research into practical applications

What they're looking for

  • Deep understanding of end-to-end Machine Learning projects
  • Ability to translate business problems into data-driven solutions
  • Experience leading ML model development and implementation
  • Mentoring junior team members
  • Driving strategic AI and data science initiatives

Key details

Company
Zscaler
Location
Bangalore, India · Hybrid
Work mode
Hybrid
Seniority
Lead / Principal / Group
Employment type
Full-time
Role category
Engineering
Posted
2 Nov 2026
Source
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