Engineering Manager • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of people management experience, leading teams of software and/or security engineers — you've successfully guided teams through complex projects while fostering a collaborative environment. Your deep technical background in software engineering, system design, and security architecture allows you to effectively mentor your team and drive innovation in security practices.

With over 12 years of experience in the tech industry, you understand the nuances of building secure systems — you are well-versed in the latest security threats and have a proactive approach to mitigating risks. You thrive in environments that challenge ordinary thinking and push the pace of innovation, and you are passionate about empowering your team to achieve their full potential.

You possess a strong understanding of cloud services and the security measures necessary to protect them — your expertise in developing modern techniques to safeguard AI workloads against novel threats is a key asset. You are familiar with penetration testing and have experience in designing robust security architectures that adhere to the highest standards.

Your leadership style emphasizes collaboration and impact — you believe in the importance of building a culture that values innovation and continuous improvement. You are committed to reducing the risk of compromises by integrating security validations early in the software development lifecycle, ensuring that security is a fundamental aspect of product development.

Desirable

Experience with AI and large-scale cloud services is a plus, as is familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards. You are also encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as curiosity and a growth mindset are highly valued.

What you'll do

As the Senior Engineering Manager for Product Security at Snowflake, you will lead a dynamic team responsible for building systems and controls that protect Snowflake products and customer data from potential attacks. You will oversee the maintenance and improvement of the security posture of our cloud and production environments, ensuring that security is integrated into every aspect of our operations.

You will develop and implement modern techniques to protect AI workloads against emerging threats, leveraging your expertise to stay ahead of the curve in security practices. Your role will involve performing deep security engineering and assurance work on our products, designing robust security architectures that meet the highest standards.

Additionally, you will conduct penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities within Snowflake's systems, working closely with your team to strengthen controls and reduce risks. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that security considerations are embedded in the software development lifecycle, fostering a culture of security awareness throughout the organization.

Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of product security at Snowflake — you will mentor and develop your team, helping them grow their skills and advance their careers. You will also play a key role in driving innovation within the team, encouraging creative problem-solving and the exploration of new security technologies.

What we offer

At Snowflake, we offer a culture that values impact, innovation, and collaboration. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and be part of a team that is at the forefront of security in the cloud. We provide a supportive environment where you can grow your career and make a meaningful impact on the security of our products and services.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — we believe that diverse teams build better products and that curiosity and a growth mindset are just as important as technical skills. Join us in building a secure future for Snowflake and our customers.