Engineering Manager
$190k - $240k USD
About Virtru:
While the rest of the security industry obsesses over locking data down to prevent it from being lost or stolen, we're doing something fundamentally different at Virtru. We're setting data free so that you can intentionally share it with others, but without sacrificing security, privacy, or control.
We've created both a suite of powerful data protection applications and an open platform that's sparking an ecosystem of innovation. Through the Trusted Data Format (TDF) open standard, we're not just protecting data; we're creating a new paradigm where security enables sharing rather than preventing it.
Think of us as the Android of data protection: a robust platform with an open core that developers and partners can build upon, coupled with our own best-in-class applications that showcase what's possible when you reimagine security from the ground up.
Backed by Iconiq Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, Foundry Capital, and Tiger Global, we're helping Fortune 500 companies and government agencies discover that true data security means having the freedom to share, collaborate, and innovate — without compromise.
Compensation: $190,000-$240,000/year
Team & Position Details:
As an Engineering Manager, you will be reporting to the VP of Engineering. We are looking for a candidate who is dedicated to the high-quality production of Virtru's digital privacy products. As an Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for both the team’s technical success—including their contributions to the open-source OpenTDF project—and the professional growth paths for your engineers.
The ideal candidate will have a natural passion for digital privacy, software development, and solving complex problems. You thrive on tackling engineering challenges related to data security, scalability, and distributed systems. Self-motivation is essential, as the role requires continual improvement in our software development process. We’re looking for an expert who can collaboratively make tough technical decisions, especially when engineering solutions for complex enterprise and federal deployments, including on-premise and air-gapped environments
As an Engineering Manager, your background will include:
- A passion for mentoring and developing engineers along their personal development path.
- Proven expertise in software architecture and design patterns, particularly in building and managing highly available, scalable backend services.
- Strong understanding of Agile development principles and a passion for failing fast and constantly iterating.
- At least 3 years of experience managing a cross-functional engineering team of 5 or more.
- At least 5 years as a hands-on Software Engineer in a language like Go, Java, or C++.
- Willingness to pitch in where needed and obsessively unblock engineers.
- A hands-on leadership style: you stay close to the code and technology, actively participating in design discussions, architectural decisions, and code reviews to guide your team.
Skills that will help you thrive in this role:
- Deep, hands-on development experience with Go (GoLang) is highly preferred. Experience with Java or JavaScript is a strong plus.
- Experience deploying and managing solutions in an on-premise or air-gapped environment using DevOps practices.
- Experience with cloud platforms like AWS (EC2, SQS, S3, ElastiCache) or GCP.
- Experience contributing to or managing a team involved in an open-source project.
- Experience using NoSQL and/or relational data stores.
- Professional background in data security, cryptography, or identity management.
Virtruvian qualities that will set you up for success:
- Thinking outside of the box to respectfully challenge your teammates and managers in the pursuit of excellence
- Strong sense of urgency with an action-oriented mindset
- Able to collaborate and adapt to shifting priorities as business needs evolve
- Comfortable with asynchronous communication including slack, email, zoom, etc.
Perks & Benefits:
At Virtru, we believe people do their best work when their wellbeing is put first. This is why we make your wellbeing our priority with a thoughtful and holistic program that encompasses Occupational, Mental, Social, Physical, and Environmental Wellness by offering benefits such as…
- A Flexible PTO policy — we strongly encourage you to take time off (in addition to 14 holidays) to ensure that you are getting the proper time needed to unplug and recharge.
- A $1,500 annual Learning & Development Stipend focused on providing you the resources to continually learn and professionally grow.
- Frequent company-sponsored team celebrations that provide ample opportunities to connect with teammates and be social!
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program
- Access to Headspace, a mental health app tailored to your specific needs.
- A flat 3% contribution to your retirement account
- A high degree of flexibility — Have an appointment, errand, or family emergency to take care of? Hop to it! We give you the time and space to take care of you and your own first.
In addition to wellbeing, Virtru places a strong emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our DE&I Council is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace and making the psychological safety of each and every one of our teammates a top priority.
Additional perks include:
- Competitive compensation
- Generous parental, medical, and bereavement policies
- 401K contribution and stock options
- Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
- New Hire Swag and IT Welcome boxes
- Structured semi-annual 360° performance reviews
Virtru is committed to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and everyone is encouraged to apply. Virtru is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law.