Engineering Manager - Apple (VPN)

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. In some cases, Proton’s services have even been instrumental in saving lives by enabling secure and private communications in high-risk situations.

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, from the world's top companies and universities. 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. We believe smaller teams of exceptional talent will always prevail over larger teams with lower talent density. 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. Tired of blending into the crowd? Join us and do work you can truly be proud of. Check our open-source projects here!

Purpose of the role: 

As the Engineering Manager for Proton VPN, for the iOS and MacOS team, you lead a team of engineers dedicated to fostering continuous innovation in our applications. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams across Proton. Your primary objective is to raise the quality and reliability of our Apple platform products, while ensure Proton VPN keep being extended with new and critical functionalities.

Responsibilities include: 

• Raise and maintain a high engineering bar for iOS and macOS VPN products by diagnosing quality issues, implementing clear processes, and ensuring delivery of robust, reliable features.
• Enhance team efficiency by balancing speed, quality, and developer experience through streamlined processes and structured ways of working.
• Collaborate closely with Product to address quality concerns while delivering on the roadmap.
• Strategically analyse engineering challenges and guide the team in breaking them down into manageable, iterative solutions—adjusting scopes to meet goals quickly without sacrificing quality.
• Ensure transparent communication of priorities, context, and technical decisions within the team and across stakeholders.
• Foster team growth through personalised 1-on-1s, performance evaluations, and career development plans.
• Oversee cross-team projects with R&D, Backend, Infrastructure, QA, and Product to ensure seamless coordination and execution
• Influence and collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to align engineering efforts with business objectives and Proton’s security mission.

Job requirements:

• Experience managing Mobile teams, delivering Mobile products and navigating complex cross-team efforts.
• Proven track record of improving product quality and implementing processes in a fast-moving environment.
• Experience leading or contributing to release processes and delivering software at scale, ideally in networking, VPN, or other performance-critical domains.
• Strong understanding of mobile-specific engineering challenges and the ability to go deep technically when diagnosing issues.
• Skilled in project management—able to keep initiatives moving, align stakeholders, and ship high-quality releases.
• Clear, concise, and impactful communication skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of the full application lifecycle, from code reviews and CI/CD to deployment and post-release troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with low-level networking concepts (VPN protocols, DNS, TCP/IP) is beneficial.
• Passion for creating an environment where teams are motivated, collaborative, and focused on delivering exceptional user experiences.

What We Offer

• Office First: Collaboration is easier and more effective in person, which is why we have offices in Geneva, Zurich, Prague, Barcelona, Paris, London, Vilnius, Skopje, and Taipei. 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, ensuring you have the best tools at your disposal to achieve your goals.
• Food: Lunch and snacks are provided by Proton every day at our offices.
• Transport: We will always 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. Proton offers various learning opportunities, including training programs, conferences and events, and continual learning.
• 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, started with the support of a crowdfunding campaign and built with community input. To this day, Proton’s only source of revenue is user subscriptions. Over 100 million people trust and support Proton, and we put our users and community first in everything we do. Read more about our impact here.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical ability, or socio-economic background, feel valued and empowered. We strive to create equal opportunities, promote open dialogue, and support continuous learning to ensure every voice is heard and respected.

If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let your talent partner know.

Candidate Privacy Notice

When you apply for a position, refer a candidate, or are considered for a role at Proton Technologies AG (Proton, we, us, or our), your information is stored in Greenhouse, in accordance with their Service Privacy Policy. This information is used to evaluate your suitability for the posted position. We also retain this information for consideration for future roles that you may apply for or that we believe may align with your background and skills.

If we no longer have a legitimate business need to process your information, we will either delete or anonymize it. Should you have any inquiries about how we use or manage your information, or if you wish to access, correct, or delete your data, please contact our privacy team at careers@proton.ch.

Proton does not accept unsolicited resumes from any sources other than directly from candidates. We will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from an unsolicited offer, even if the candidate is subsequently hired by Proton.

To learn more about our privacy policy, please visit our privacy policy page.

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