
Head of Engineering
Surefire Cyber Inc.
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $190,000 - $220,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Define and execute the engineering roadmap aligned with business and product strategy.
- Lead AI/ML integration, including agentic AI, LLMs, and responsible AI deployment.
- Establish standards for scalability, security, and resilience.
- Build and mentor engineers and engineering managers, foster accountability and continuous improvement.
- Recruit top talent and create clear career development pathways.
- Oversee product development ensuring quality and on-time delivery.
- Implement Agile/DevOps practices, own architecture and tooling decisions.
- Partner with CTO and Head of Product on priorities, planning, and resource allocation.
- Serve as technical advisor in customer and partner conversations.
- Manage engineering budget, headcount, and tooling investments.
- Make build-vs-buy decisions balancing speed, cost, and maintainability.
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive engineering experience, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles managing managers.
- Experience managing teams of 8+ engineers and external consultants, with a track record of scaling teams during growth.
- Demonstrated success building and scaling engineering teams in high-growth or startup environments.
- Strong technical foundation in software and systems design, with the ability to engage credibly in architectural discussions.
- Experience implementing Agile methodologies and DevOps practices at scale.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
- Proven track record of delivering products on time and with high quality.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation plan and total rewards package for team members.
- Remote workforce.
- Generous paid time off plan and floating holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Employer paid premiums for both team members and their dependents for medical, dental, and vision.
- Comprehensive health, vision, dental, 401K matching program, disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Life and AD&D benefits.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- We prioritize employee growth and development through a robust performance management platform to provide ongoing coaching, clear feedback, recognition, and opportunities for career growth.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
AIMLagentic AILLMsresponsible AIAgile methodologiesDevOps practicessoftware designsystems designarchitecture
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringaccountabilitycontinuous improvementcommunicationteam managementscaling teamscollaborationstrategic planningresource allocation