Engineering Manager (R+D)

Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the default At Proton, we believe that privacy is a fundamental human right and the cornerstone of democracy.
Since our inception in 2014, founded by a team of scientists from CERN, we have dedicated ourselves to providing free and open-source technology to millions worldwide, ensuring access to privacy, security, and freedom online.
Our journey began with Proton Mail, the largest secure email service globally, and has since expanded to include Proton VPN, Proton Calendar, Proton Drive, and Proton Pass.
These tools empower individuals and organizations to take control of their personal data, break away from Big Tech's invasive practices, and defeat censorship.
Our work impacts hundreds of millions of lives, from activists on the front lines defending freedom to leaders in governments protecting sensitive information.
Proton is a profitable company that does not rely upon VC funding, supporting over 100 million user accounts with a growing team of over 500 people from over 50 different countries.
We value intelligence, learning potential, and ambition in our hiring process.
Adaptability is key as we navigate uncharted territories and redefine how business is conducted online.
Hiring at Proton is highly selective, with less than 1% of candidates hired.
You will have the opportunity to work with many of the world's top minds in their fields, ranging from former international math and science olympiad winners to chess champions.
We have a global mindset and big ambitions but remain a start-up at heart.
We value empowerment and flexibility and keep our structure flat to keep moving fast and avoid unnecessary politics.
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The Team Proton VPN runs on a distributed architecture of Linux servers and a set of apps available on each major platform (Windows, Android, iOS, macOS, and Linux) that interact with our infrastructure.
As an Engineering Manager of the Proton VPN Research and Development team, you will lead your team to help them crack all the various challenges related to censorship, scalability, performance, and future new functionalities.
You will coordinate the execution of large technical projects within the R&D Team and in close collaboration with the entire Proton VPN development team.
The ideal candidate has a software engineering background, possibly with networking or system development experience, and loves to bring the best out of a team while helping project manage complex initiatives.
Team Mission: Proton VPN's mission is to bring a safer Internet to the World, where freedom of speech and access to global information are available to all.
You will be in the driving seat to accelerate our growth and execution, which is vital for Proton VPN to keep funding the expansion of our free product in the world.
Tech Stack and Tools: Our infrastructure is built on a wide tech stack, including Ansible, Python, Rust, C/C++.We use Jira, Confluence, and Gitlab to organize our work.Scale the impact of the R&D Team by helping unlock each member's potential.Help complex cross-team initiatives involving R&D, Backend, Infrastructure, and Clients to execute effectively.Contribute to the company's strategic vision by aligning engineering goals with the overall business strategy.Lead strategic projects that require cross-functional input and coordination to achieve major company milestones.Establish and optimize Agile/Scrum methodologies to increase the efficiency and output of engineering teams.Drive the development and implementation of scalable architectures and infrastructures that support exponential user growth.In collaboration with the Principal Architect and all the engineers, transform great ideas into sound plans that can be executed in a timely manner.Be part of building a product that can change lives for many people around the world.What you will do: Work with product and engineering stakeholders to build short and long-term roadmaps with user-centric milestones.Manage each engineer's performance and career by providing actionable and timely feedback and distributing opportunities fairly across the team.Drive the hiring and onboarding of new team members by providing them with a clear plan and ensuring quick integration into our organization.Build a highly collaborative environment where opportunities are regularly discussed and everyone's voice is considered for improving the status quo.Promote a team of resiliency by eliminating knowledge silos and rotating scrum and project management duties across the engineers and product owners.Participate in design documents, proposals, and code reviews to unblock the team and shorten feedback loops.What we are looking for: Experience leading large and complex projects as a backend engineer.Experience managing a team of engineers and coaching them on their career development.Familiarity with agile project management such as scrum.Experience breaking down large initiatives into smaller, user-centric milestones.Experience communicating with product owners and stakeholders to ensure team alignment with business objectives.Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field of study.Experience in system development or network development.What We Offer Office First: Collaboration is easier and more effective in person, which is why we have offices in various locations.
You can also enjoy working from home up to 30% of the time while enjoying great company during our three core days in the office.
Depending on the role, fully remote positions may also be available.Technology: We provide all the devices and software you need to excel in your role.Food: Lunch and snacks are provided by Proton every day at our offices.Transport: We support our employees with transport costs through subsidizing public transport, bike allowances, or parking spaces based on your office location.Stock Options: At Proton, we are all owners of the company and you get stock options when you join us.Flexible Working: You can define your own working hours as long as it works with team meetings.Learning and Development: We are committed to your professional growth with various learning opportunities.Employee Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance plans, competitive retirement savings options, generous vacation and leave policies, and wellness programs.Work that Matters: Proton is a community-first organization.
Over 100 million people trust and support Proton, and we put our users and community first in everything we do.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered.
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