Senior Engineering Manager - Security Engineering

3 days, 14 hours ago
Full-time
Lead
Cybersecurity
ClickHouse

ClickHouse

ClickHouse provides a fast open source column-oriented database management system that enables users to generate real-time analytical data reports through SQL queries, catering to the needs of industries requiring efficient data processing and analysis.

IT Services
51-250
Founded 2021
$300M raised

Description

  • Establish and scale a new centralized Security Engineering team starting with the Customer Identity team.
  • Define the operating model, roadmap, and tracking systems for security engineering work across product lines.
  • Hire, develop, and retain a high-performing team of security-focused software engineers.
  • Create a team culture grounded in engineering excellence, pragmatic security, and cross-functional partnership.
  • Lead the design and implementation of security product features across ClickHouse Cloud, Postgres, Langfuse, and OSS.
  • Drive end-to-end ownership of security engineering initiatives and reduce dependence on ad hoc staffing from other teams.
  • Establish clear lanes and tracking for security product features with visibility for security and product leadership.
  • Manage cross-functional dependencies across Core, Data Platform, Cloud Platform, and Product Security teams.
  • Collaborate with Product Management and Security teams to ground solutions in risk and threat modeling.
  • Partner with GRC, Trust & Assurance, engineering leadership, and product leadership on compliance, architecture, prioritization, and resourcing.

Requirements

  • Proven experience building and managing engineering teams, including hiring, performance management, and career development.
  • Track record of establishing new teams or functions from scratch, including operating models, culture, and accountability structures.
  • Ability to lead and influence cross-functional stakeholders, including senior engineering and product management leaders, without direct authority.
  • Strong hands-on background in security engineering or software engineering with a significant security focus.
  • Experience delivering security product features in cloud or SaaS environments such as identity and access management, encryption, network security controls, or secure multi-tenancy.
  • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure such as AWS, GCP, or Azure, as well as Kubernetes and distributed systems.
  • Understanding of how security features intersect with product strategy, compliance requirements, and customer trust.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex cross-functional programs, including roadmaps, dependencies, and delivery commitments.
  • Strong instincts for prioritization and risk-based decision-making in fast-moving environments.
  • BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or a related field preferred.
  • Previous experience at a cloud infrastructure, database, or developer tools company preferred.
  • Previous contributions to open source projects preferred.

Benefits

  • Flexible, remote-friendly work environment with a globally distributed team operating in over 20 countries.
  • Employer contributions toward healthcare.
  • Stock options for every new team member.
  • Flexible time off in the US and generous time off in other countries.
  • $500 home office setup stipend for remote employees.
  • Opportunities to attend company-wide offsites and global gatherings.
  • Competitive salary with location-based premium market ranges in some areas.

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