Engineering Director-Ecosystem

Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the defaultAt 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 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:Proton continues to grow rapidly as increasing numbers of people across the globe seek greater privacy controls of their information online. To accelerate our growth, we are seeking a Director of Engineering to drive engineering for our Ecosystem platform team, which creates the building blocks that all development teams at Proton leverage to deliver products at pace and at scale.This role involves setting and executing technical strategy, managing a team of 20+ engineers, and working closely with your Senior Product Managers counterparts, to ensure high-velocity delivery of new products. As a key member of the engineering leadership team, you will shape the company's technical strategy and contribute to Proton's mission of creating a privacy-centric internet. The Ecosystem team collaborates with every other Product and Engineering team at Proton, requiring excellent communication skills, a business mindset, and a strong sense of empathy.The Ecosystem roadmap is defined in agreement and alignment with the direction of the other Proton Products, therefore the ability to seek input, prioritize, and build iteratively a collaborative roadmap is crucial for this role.What you will do:Lead through others, and develop the next generation of engineering leaders at ProtonInspire, coach, and develop your teamsOptimize your organizational structure, and continuously raise the bar on hiring Build strong relationships with senior leaders, and advance your long-term platform and engineering vision Lead technical design and platform discussionsDrive continuous improvement in our DevSecOps practices, and improve lead times and time to market while maintaining exceptional standards of product quality Hold yourself and team accountable for timely delivery of scalable, quality-focus user experiences and features Develop efficient processes, and motivate your team to operate with high velocity, ownership, and accountabilityContribute to Proton's technology and open source communitiesFoster an inclusive and diverse environment for your team to show up and give their best each dayREST APIsHTTP networkingSQL, RedisPHP (Symfony), Rust, PythonWeb (Typescript, React) We are looking for: Experience in software engineering in progressively complex rolesExperience directly leading and managing engineersDemonstrable experience as a manager of managersA history of collaboration with senior leaders in engineering, product on developing technical and product strategyGreat empathy and collaboration skills, and even greater resilienceA curious, passionate, and growth-oriented mindsetDeep experience as a hands-on software engineer creating well-crafted, maintainable codeMobile-first background (ideally former mobile developer)Practical experience leading DevOps and SRE initiatives and driving best practicesExperience with cryptography preferredWhat 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 impacthere .Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionAt 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 NoticeWhen 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 theirService 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 ****** 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.Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Attach , or enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Why do you think this role is a good fit for you? * What it is about Proton that excites you? * Please share your LinkedIn profile / GitHub / Portfolio * What size teams have you managed? * Do you have previous experience in launching a mobile product on iOS or Android platforms? Please give us more info * What are your salary expectations? Please include your salary expectations (number only). We only ask this to make sure we're in the same ballpark before asking you to commit your time to interviewing with us. * Salary expectations - please select the currency for the number above: * Select... Salary expectations - please select the right choice between: * Select... 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