Group Manager-Windows Endpoint Security Client

Why Join Us?

Check Point is seeking an experienced and motivated Group Manager to lead the development of our Windows Endpoint Security Client. This role is a key part of our R&D organization and will be responsible for delivering advanced protection and detection capabilities to millions of enterprise endpoints worldwide.

You will lead a team of approximately 30 engineers, driving all aspects of development from design and implementation to performance, security, and maintainability, while working closely with product and cross-functional teams

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a group of ~30 engineers focused on the Windows Endpoint Security Client, including architecture, development, quality, and delivery.
• Own the technical strategy and execution for the Windows client, ensuring alignment with product requirements, threat landscape evolution, and customer feedback.
• Drive the development lifecycle – from planning and design to testing and deployment – using modern, agile practices.
• Ensure delivery of secure, high-performing, and robust client software, compatible with evolving Windows platforms and enterprise environments.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Security Research, QA, and cross-functional R&D teams to build innovative and differentiated features.
• Champion engineering best practices in code quality, testing, automation, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Support escalations and field issues, ensuring customer success and product reliability in real-world deployments.
• Build and foster a high-performing, collaborative, and engaged engineering team.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in software engineering, with 3+ years leading engineering teams, preferably in cybersecurity or system-level products.
• Hands-on experience in Windows OS internals, system programming, and developing complex client applications in C/C++ or similar.
• Deep understanding of endpoint security technologies (e.g., AV, EDR, XDR, sandboxing, anti-ransomware).
• Familiarity with Windows driver development, kernel-mode programming, and user-kernel communication – a strong advantage.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, automated testing, and CI/CD processes.
• Proven ability to build strong engineering teams, mentor talent, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to partner effectively with cross-functional peers.