Director of Engineering, Cloud Security

Full Time
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
3 months ago

Security Incident Detection, Investigation and Response leveraging insights generated using the latest advances in AIML techniques are critical components in today's cybersecurity landscape. At Sumo Logic, we are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge cloud security products to protect our customers’ digital assets. We're seeking a dynamic and experienced technology leader to lead the development of our cloud security solutions in India.

As the Director of Engineering, you will spearhead the establishment and growth of our Security engineering team in India, focusing on the development of innovative products for the next generation cloud Infrastructure and applications security. You will collaborate closely with our Cloud Security team in the US, working in tandem to achieve our strategic objectives and deliver world-class solutions to our customers across the globe.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Team Building: Build and lead a high-performing engineering team from the ground up. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
  • Product Development: Drive the end-to-end development lifecycle of our cloud security products, from conception to deployment. Ensure timely delivery of high-quality, scalable solutions that meet customer requirements and industry standards.
  • Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the engineering team, fostering skill development and career growth. Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in cloud security to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Cloud Security team in the US to align product roadmaps, prioritize feature development, and streamline communication across geographies. Collaborate with stakeholders from other departments, including Product Management, GTM, and Customer Success, to drive synergy and alignment.
  • Project Management: Oversee project planning, resource allocation, and budget management to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Implement agile methodologies and continuous improvement practices to enhance efficiency and productivity.
  • Quality Mindset: Establish and enforce quality standards, code review processes, and testing methodologies to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of our products.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges in product development and implement mitigation strategies to address them effectively. Proactively address technical debt and scalability issues to ensure long-term product sustainability.
  • Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
    • Minimum of 12 years of experience in software engineering, including at least 5 years in progressive leadership roles, with a proven track record of building and managing high-performing teams.
    • Strong technical background in software development, with proficiency in programming languages, frameworks, and tools relevant to cloud-based security solutions.
    • Understanding of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud security principles is a must.
    • Experience in any of the security domains such as Security Analytics, Threat Detection, Vulnerability management, SIEM/SOAR/XDR, CSPM or CNAPP is highly desirable.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across geographies.
    • Demonstrated leadership abilities, with a focus on mentorship, coaching, and talent development.
    • Strategic mindset, with the ability to align engineering efforts with business goals and market needs.
    • Experience working in a global environment and managing distributed teams is highly desirable.

    If you are passionate about cloud security and possess strong leadership skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

    About Sumo Logic

    Sumo Logic is a secure, cloud-native, Continuous Intelligence Platform for DevOps and Security Operations delivering real-time, continuous intelligence from structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data across the entire application lifecycle and stack. More than 2,000 customers around the globe rely on Sumo Logic for the intelligence to build, run, and secure their modern applications and cloud infrastructures. Only Sumo Logic delivers its platform based on a true, multi-tenant, SaaS architecture, enabling digital businesses to thrive in the Intelligence Economy.

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