Senior Director of Engineering - Cloud Data Security Solutions - Remote

Join the Future of Data Security with Protegrity Protegrity, a leading international provider of data protection solutions, is seeking an experienced Senior Director of Engineering to lead and oversee two high-performing engineering teams responsible for delivering innovative cloud data security software. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in managing the development lifecycle, ensuring regular software releases, and providing Level-2 support for customers. About Protegrity and the Industry The global data privacy software market is projected to grow from $2.36 billion in 2022 to $25.85 billion by 2029, making it an exciting and rapidly evolving industry. At Protegrity, we prioritize data privacy and security, and we're looking for talented individuals who share our passion for protecting sensitive information. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with a diverse and global team, and contribute to the development of innovative cloud data security solutions. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Mentorship: Lead and mentor two engineering teams, driving a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Team Development: Provide leadership in hiring, training, and developing engineering talent, fostering growth and technical excellence within the teams. Communication and Collaboration: Ensure effective communication and collaboration between the teams, facilitating smooth workflows, knowledge sharing, and alignment with the company's goals. Software Development: Oversee the end-to-end development of cloud data security solutions, ensuring alignment with product goals and customer requirements. Release Management: Ensure that the teams adhere to a regular release cadence, maintaining a predictable and reliable schedule for feature releases, bug fixes, and enhancements. Technical Guidance: Provide architectural guidance and technical direction to ensure scalable, secure, and robust cloud-based solutions. Innovation and Improvement: Stay current with the latest trends in cloud computing, data security, and emerging technologies, bringing innovative solutions to the teams. Customer Support: Oversee the Level-2 support process, ensuring timely and effective resolution of escalated issues from the customer support team. Process Development: Develop processes and tools that empower the engineering teams to proactively identify potential support issues before they impact customers. Agile Methodologies: Drive the adoption of best practices for Agile/Scrum methodologies, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and security-first development. Quality and Security: Ensure that proper testing, security assessments, and documentation are incorporated into the development cycle to maintain high standards of quality and security. Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor key performance metrics for team performance, product quality, release cycle effectiveness, and support issue resolution times. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments such as Product Management, Sales, and Customer Success to ensure that engineering efforts are aligned with business objectives and customer needs. Essential Qualifications Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent industry experience. Experience: 12+ years of experience in software engineering with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role (Director level or above). Cloud-Based Software Development: Proven experience in leading the development of cloud-based software, with a focus on data security. Agile Environment: Strong track record of delivering products with a regular release cadence in an Agile environment. Customer Support: Experience providing engineering-level customer support, ideally with a focus on Level-2 support. Cloud Platforms: Deep understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native architecture. Data Security: Experience with data security solutions, encryption technologies, and security compliance standards. Leadership Skills: Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to build, lead, and motivate engineering teams. Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications Experience in Data Security or Cybersecurity: Prior experience working in a data security or cybersecurity product company. Customer-Facing Roles: Prior experience with customer-facing roles and the ability to manage complex customer issues. Compliance and Regulatory Requirements: Familiarity with compliance and regulatory requirements related to cloud data security (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). What We Offer Competitive Compensation: A highly competitive compensation and benefits package. Opportunity for Growth: The excitement, challenges, and rewards of a fast-growing, entrepreneurial company. Global Projects: Work on global projects with diverse, energetic, team members who respect each other and celebrate differences. Remote Workforce: This role is available as fully home-based and generally would require you to attend on-site meetings only occasionally based on business needs. Health Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision benefits. Paid Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO). Why Join Protegrity? At Protegrity, we're committed to protecting sensitive information and prioritizing data privacy and security. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with a diverse and global team, and contribute to the development of innovative cloud data security solutions. We're looking for talented individuals who share our passion for data security and are excited about the opportunity to join a fast-growing company. How to Apply If this role sounds like a perfect fit, don't hesitate. Apply today and let's build the future together. Apply for this job