Software Team Leader

Description:

We’re growing and looking to hire a Software Team Leader - XSA who embodies our core values: People First, Customer Obsession, Strive for Excellence, and Integrity.

Claroty is a global leader in cyber-physical systems (CPS) protection, dedicated to securing the critical infrastructure that keeps the world running. We’re a fast-growing, award-winning team where innovation meets purpose—and we want you to help us define the future of cybersecurity.

About the Role:

As a Software Team Leader for XSA (xDome Secure Access), you will lead the development of our industry-leading secure remote access solution. In a world where critical infrastructure is increasingly connected, your team will build the bridge that allows safe, monitored, and frictionless access to sensitive industrial environments. You will deal with complex networking challenges, identity management, and high-availability systems where security and performance are equally paramount.

As a Software Team Leader - XSA, your impact will be:

• Lead and Empower: Drive a high-performing team of developers, fostering a culture of technical ownership, security-first mindset, and continuous delivery.
• Secure Connectivity: Lead the design and implementation of robust secure access features, ensuring seamless integration between IT and OT networks.
• Architectural Leadership: Oversee the development of scalable, high-performance gateway and proxy architectures that support global enterprise scales.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Product Management and Security Researchers to implement Zero Trust principles and advanced session monitoring capabilities.
• Mentor and Grow: Invest in your team’s professional growth, promoting best practices in code quality, security protocols, and system resilience.

What you need to succeed in this role:

• Proven Leadership: 3+ years of experience leading R&D teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong Technical Foundation: 5+ years of experience in backend development, with a strong track record of building complex systems in Python.
• System Architecture: Experience building distributed, high-availability systems that handle real-time traffic and data.
• Networking & Security Expertise: Deep understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/S, SSH, RDP) and security concepts (Zero Trust, Identity Management, Encryption).
• AI-Assisted Development: Proficiency in utilizing AI development tools (specifically Cursor and Claude) to accelerate development workflows, code generation, and problem-solving.

Bonus Points:

• Familiarity with frontend frameworks like Angular or React.
• Experience with Cloud-Native technologies (AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, K8s).
• Experience in the Cybersecurity industry, specifically in Remote Access (VPN/ZTNA) or Identity (IAM).

About Claroty

Claroty has redefined cyber-physical systems (CPS) protection with an unrivaled industry-centric platform built to secure mission-critical infrastructure. The Claroty Platform provides the deepest asset visibility and the broadest, built-for-CPS solution set in the market comprising exposure management, network protection, secure access, and threat detection – whether in the cloud with Claroty xDome or on-premise with Claroty Continuous Threat Detection (CTD). Backed by award-winning threat research and a breadth of technology alliances, The Claroty Platform enables organizations to effectively reduce CPS risk, with the fastest time-to-value and lower total cost of ownership. Our solutions are deployed by over 1,000 organizations at thousands of sites across all seven continents.

A Great Place to Work® certified company, Claroty is headquartered in New York City with employees across the world. The company is widely recognized as the industry leader in CPS protection, with backing from the world’s largest investment firms and industrial automation vendors, named a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: IoT Security Solutions, Q3 2025, recognized by KLAS Research as Best in KLAS for Healthcare IoT Security five years in a row, and ranking on the Forbes Cloud 100 and Deloitte Technology Fast 500 for multiple consecutive years.

Expected compensation for the role is between [Insert Range]. This is a good faith estimate but does not include equity, bonus, or other forms of payment. Pay will be determined by experience level, but those outside the salary band are welcome to apply.

Claroty is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. We encourage applications from candidates of ALL diverse backgrounds, and special accommodations are available upon request in all selection phases.

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