R&D Team lead

Who we are:

BigID is an innovative tech startup that focuses on solutions for data security, compliance, privacy, and AI data management. We're leading the market in all things data: helping our customers reduce risk, drive business innovation, achieve compliance, build customer trust, make better decisions, and get more value from their data.

We are building a global team passionate about innovation and next-gen technology. BigID has been recognized for: 

• BigID Named Hot Company in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at the 2024 Global InfoSec Awards


• Citizens JMP Cyber 66 List of Hottest Privately Held Cybersecurity Companies


• CRN 100 list named BIgID as one of the 20 Coolest Identity Access Management and Data Protection Companies Of 2024 (2 years running)


• DUNS 100 Best Tech Companies to Work For in 2024


• Top 3 Big Data and AI Vendors to Watch' in the 2023 BigDATAwire Readers and Editors Choice Awards


• 2024 Inc. 5000 list for the 4th consecutive year!


• Shortlisted for the 2024 AI Awards in the category of Best Use of AI in Cybersecurity

At BigID, our team is the foundation of our success. Join a people-centric culture that is fast-paced and rewarding: you’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the industry who value innovation, diversity, integrity, and collaboration.

Who we seek:

We’re looking for an exceptional R&D Team Leader to join our Data Activity Monitoring team and take part in building one of BigID’s most exciting new products. This team is tackling a major challenge - providing deep visibility into data activity at scale - and has a unique opportunity to create a new product from 0 to 1 inside a successful, fast-moving company.

As the team lead, you’ll manage a group of talented, passionate engineers and guide the technical direction of a high-scale, high-impact solution. You’ll play a key role in shaping the product’s architecture, driving innovation, and fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and technical excellence.

What you’ll do:

• Lead a team of talented engineers in building BigID’s next-gen Data Activity Monitoring product from the ground up.


• Drive the design and development of scalable, high-performance backend systems.


• Own the product end-to-end: from roadmap planning to hands-on implementation and production support.


• Collaborate with product, design, and other engineering teams to define and deliver impactful features.


• Champion engineering best practices and foster a culture of quality, innovation, and ownership.

What you’ll bring:

• 2+ years of experience leading engineering teams and 4+ years of hands-on software development experience.


• Strong backend development skills, ideally with Java and/or TypeScript (Node.js), along with experience working with Kafka and Elasticsearch.


• A proven track record of leading complex projects from idea to production, mentoring engineers, and driving team success.


• Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work closely with cross-functional stakeholders, including product and design.


• A can-do approach and a passion for solving hard problems in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

What’s in it for you?!

Our people are the foundation of our success, and we prioritize offering a wide range of benefits that make our team happier and healthier.

• Equity participation - everyone shares in our success


• Flexible work arrangements - for parents, remote workdays, etc.


• Office perks: dog-friendly environment, fully stocked fridge, gym, and exercise classes, weekly Happy Hours, free parking, evening meals


• Knowledge training & career development tracks

Our Values:

We look for people who embody our values - Care, Do, Try & Shine.

• Care - We care about our customers and each other


• Do - We do what it takes to make a positive impact


• Try - We try our best and we don’t give up


• Shine - We shine and make it our mission to always stand out

We’re committed to creating a culture of inclusion and equality – across race, gender, sexuality, and disability – where innovation and growth thrive, every voice is heard, and everybody belongs. Learn more about us here.

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