At Arctic Wolf, you won't just watch the cybersecurity industry evolve - you'll help lead the change. Our global Pack is made up of people who thrive on solving hard problems, moving fast, and building technology that protects organizations around the world. We're proud to be recognized by Forbes, CNBC, Fortune, CRN, Bartner Peer Insights and IDC MarketScape - but what matters most is the work behind it: delivering real outcomes for customers through award winning innovation like our Aurora Platform.
If you're looking for meaningful work, smart teammates and the chance to make a real impact in a high-growth company that's redefining security operations, Arctic Wolf is the right place for you!
Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We're looking for a Manager, Engineering to be part of making this happen.
About the Role Plans and directs all aspects of development activities within their teams ensuring all engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with the organization's established policies and objectives. Works closely with R&D Leadership, Product Management and the Security Services(S2) to ensure their teams are building what our customers and users need in a timely fashion. Managers have a large scope of leadership and can have multiple managers and/or leads reporting to them. Managers can also have specialized subject matter expertise within the technical areas their teams work in.
Key ResponsibilitiesGenerates and manages day to day work for team(s). Works with Product Team to define and deliver on the 6-month roadmap. Is also a key contributor to longer term planning and strategy with their director. Execution of process and accountable for the outcome of the R&D team. Manage team(s) that will deliver high quality, innovative software solutions, in collaboration with stakeholders such as architects, developers, product managers, CSEs and prod support people. Support the team by providing direction, clarity and removing obstacles. Instill Foundations of R&D in their teams by living them on a daily basis.
Execute the Product roadmap
- Ensure teams are highly motivated, performing well, and delivering work on time.
- Remove any blockers preventing teams from getting their work done.
- Make sure each team is clear on the objectives and goals they are striving to achieve.
- Work with team members to deliver the key features
- Work with Architects to define and execute on the company's technical roadmap.
- Drives continuous improvement in engineering processes and champions adoption of secure coding standards.
Implement the R&D Department and Team Responsibilities
- Oversee the full software development life cycle.
- Ensure their teams is following ISMS regulations
- Develop careers of team members
- Regular One on Ones
- Career and personal development coaching
- Execute administrative responsibilities
- Manage employee compensation and vacation time
- Manage and approve conference and training budgets
- Involved in helping set and manage the Directorate level budget
- Has strong financial management skills
Recruitment
- Lead recruitment efforts for their team(s) for both full-time and co-op employees.
- Be a key contributor to planning, hiring and recruitment strategy for their teams
About YouYou are a technically curious, engineering-minded problem solver who enjoys working on ambiguous and challenging issues.
You bring- 8 years' experience in software development or related role or Master's degree + 2 years' experience in software development management, engineering leadership, or related role.
- Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Background in networking, security, or distributed systems
- Strong ownership mindset-comfortable driving issues independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Multi-platform OS experience (Windows, macOS, Linux)
- Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
- Scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, Bash, Ruby)
On-Camera PolicyTo support a fair, transparent, and engaging interview experience, candidates interviewing remotely are expected to be on camera during all video interviews. Being on camera fosters authentic connection, improves communication, and allows for full engagement from both candidates and interviewers. We understand that technical, bandwidth, or location-related challenges may occasionally prevent video use. If this applies, candidates are required to notify us in advance so we can explore appropriate accommodations.
About Arctic WolfAt Arctic Wolf, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity of thought, background, and culture. This is reflected in our multiple awards, including
Top Workplace USA (2021-2024),
Best Places to Work - USA (2021-2024),
Great Place to Work - Canada (2021-2024),
Great Place to Work - UK (2024), and
Kununu Top Company - Germany (2024). Our commitment to bold growth and shaping the future of security operations is matched by our dedication to customer satisfaction, with over 7,000 customers worldwide and more than 2,000 channel partners globally. As we continue to expand globally and enhance our technology, Arctic Wolf remains the most trusted name in the industry.
Our Values Arctic Wolf recognizes that success comes from delighting our customers, so we work together to ensure that happens every day. We believe in diversity and inclusion and truly value the unique qualities and unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. And we appreciate that-by protecting people's and organizations' sensitive data and seeking to end cyber risk- we get to work in an industry that is fundamental to the greater good.
We celebrate unique perspectives by creating a platform for all voices to be heard through our Pack Unity program. We encourage all employees to join or create a new alliance. See more about our Pack Unity here.
We also believe and practice corporate responsibility, and have recently joined the Pledge 1% Movement, ensuring that we continue to give back to our community. We know that through our mission to End Cyber Risk we will continue to engage and give back to our communities.
All wolves receive compelling compensation and benefits packages, including:
- Equity for all employees
- Flexible time off and paid volunteer days
- RRSP and 401k match
- Training and career development programs
- Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical, mental health, dental, disability, life and AD&D, and value-added services
- Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health services
- Fertility support and paid parental leave
Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such, we strive to make our entire employee experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible. Please let us know if you require any accommodations by emailing
Security Requirements - Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN's Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies).
- Background checks are required for this position.
- This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). Please note that, if applicable, an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations.
The base salary range for this job family is 118,700 to 280,000 USD annually. This range reflects the base pay the company reasonably expects to offer for this position, aligned to the broader job family base pay structure. Actual base pay may vary based on skills, experience, and location, including job family level. In addition to base pay, Arctic Wolf offers variable incentive compensation, new hire equity grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
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