Distinguished Engineer

At Arctic Wolf we're not just navigating the cybersecurity landscape - we're redefining it. Our global team of dedicated Pack members is driving innovation and setting new industry standards every day. Our impact speaks for itself: we've earned recognition on the Forbes Cloud 100, CNBC Disruptor 50, Fortune Future 50, and Fortune Cyber 60 lists, and we recently took home the 2024 CRN Products of the Year award. We’re proud to be named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Managed Detection and Response Services and earning a Customers' Choice distinction from Gartner Peer Insights. Our Aurora Platform also received CRN’s Products of the Year award in the inaugural Security Operations Platform category. Join a company that’s not only leading, but also shaping, the future of security operations. 

Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We’re looking for a Distinguished Engineer (Architect) to be part of making this happen.   

About the Role: 

As a Distinguished Engineer at Arctic Wolf, you are a member of the engineering team and will help lead the architectural and technical vision of Arctic Wolf's platform, products and service. In this role, you will work closely with product managers, engineers and other cross-functional stakeholders, product managers and engineers to design, build and maintain the architectural strategy for key initiatives, products or programs.  You will directly own and will be responsible for driving technology across multiple products, domains, and partnering closely with the teams that own the tech stack. You will be responsible for solving some of our and the cybersecurity industry’s most complex problems. You will be able to take ownership and drive fast. You will be tightly embedded versus being a consultant. 

Are you the kind of technical leader that 10X’s a team? If so, you will become a powerhouse at Arctic Wolf, having the opportunity to work at one of the Cybersecurity’s most influential and innovative companies. You have the opportunity here to change the future for the better while building fantastic career experiences, working with other industry leading peers. You will directly impact the success of a programs, initiatives and products by building a technical direction, vision and plan that meets the long-term strategic goals of the company and product lines. You will be an expert in technology and have the ability to select and apply it effectively to the domain space. You will be adept in design, architecture and best practice. You, as a technical leader, are comfortable not only in the technological spaces you know but also at becoming adept in those you don’t. You are the kind of leader who is willing to roll up your sleeves and help teams deliver. You can take the lead on POCs or spikes to ensure the success of your design or architecture. As a technical leader, you are expected to encourage innovation, speed, quality and ownership/accountability.  

The cloud technologies we use include microservices, Docker containers, Kubernetes, Kafka, SQS, real-time stream processing, data pipelines, relational and NoSQL databases, and data lake. We also deliver software to customers in the form of agents (mac,win,linux, mobile) and appliances (hardware and virtual). As is common in the industry, the use of AI is becoming second nature and, as such, you will be involved in embedding and using AI to empower our vision and roadmap. 

Some of the programs or tech you will work on include API design, schema design, system integration, data modeling, endpoint software design, system internals, multi-tenancy, access controls, and more depending on your architecture area and projects. 

As a technical leader you will be expected to partner with engineering on best practice and design. This could include HLD’s, DFD’s, mentoring on 12 factor app, and coding best practice.  

As senior leaders at Arctic wolf, we believe strongly in mentoring. In a key technical role, you will be expected to mentor more junior team members, actively helping them build career experience at Arctic Wolf. 

 Your responsibilities include:  

• Help define and drive the vision and strategy in areas or programs assigned. 

• Working across the product team and partners and stakeholders outside of the product team to define and execute on the area or

program that supports the company’s overall strategic vision. 

• Owning the technical and architectural vision, product design and architectural decisions within your architecture area. 

• Provide solutions to complex technical problems, often serving as a point of escalation for teams facing difficulties.  

• Drive innovation across engineering and identify opportunities for technical and process improvements.  

• Influence key technical decisions and advocate for best practices and technologies.  

• Mentor junior engineers, guide teams, and help develop training programs. 

• Develop a long-term vision for technology and its impact on the business. 

• Analyzing, recommending, and developing POCs and prototypes of architecture designs, technologies, 3rd party tools and

Integrations.   

• Providing technical oversight, guidance and coaching to product management, developers and engineers.  

• Ensuring that our software meets all requirements of quality, security, modifiability, extensibility, performance etc.  

About You: 

You are an expert Engineer, Architect, Software Developer, or technical leader who can influence architecture across an entire department. You have proven technical leadership experience from previous projects, regardless of title held.  

You have been central in introducing novel and innovative solutions, have experience writing software, and have deep knowledge across multiple domains. You enjoy learning new concepts, technological research and experimentation. You are a mentor to technical leaders across multiple domains, and coach to engineers. You are comfortable communicating technical ideas to audiences of different skill levels. You create formal networks with key decision makers and are widely recognized as an expert and thought leader. 

Required Skills and Experience: 

• Technical leadership: Proven history of successful projects.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Effectively identify and solve complex technical problems.  

• Leadership and Influence: Lead and influence others, including senior management, through technical expertise and credibility.  

• Collaboration: Work effectively with others, including engineers, product managers, and stakeholders.  

• Emotional Intelligence: Understand and manage emotions and build strong relationships with others. Ability to partner effectively

and diffuse conflict. 

• Visionary Thinking: Develop a long-term vision for technology and its impact on the business. 

• Ability to Learn: Stay up to date on the latest technologies and trends. 

• Experience in architecture: technical architecture, system architecture, solution architecture, and enterprise architecture. 

• Experience in software development: Golang, Python, Java or a similar high-level language. 

• Mastery Of: technical details, best practices, and design patterns across multiple domains.  

• Previous security essential. We are looking for individuals with a passion for protecting customers and business. This is not something you learn overnight. 

• Communication: ability to prepare and deliver technical materials at the level suitable to the audience in support of driving the

business forward. 

About Arctic Wolf: 

At Arctic Wolf we’re cultivating a collaborative and productive work environment that welcomes a diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and ideas to make our teams even stronger as we grow globally. We’ve been named one of the 50 Most Innovative Companies in the world for 2022 (Fast Company)—and the 2nd Most Innovative Security Company. This is in addition to consecutive awards from Top Workplace USA (2021, 2022), Best Places to Work - USA (2021, 2022) and Great Place to Work - Canada (2021, 2022).    

Security Requirements: 

• Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies). 

• Background checks are required for this position.  

“Don’t meet all the requirements? That’s okay! We still want you to apply. We have many opportunities, and we are always looking for top talent.   

Company + Benefits

At Arctic Wolf, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity of thought, background, and culture. This is reflected in our multiple awards, including Top Workplace USA (2021-2024), Best Places to Work – USA (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – Canada (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – UK (2024), and Kununu Top Company – Germany (2024). Our commitment to bold growth and shaping the future of security operations is matched by our dedication to customer satisfaction, with over 7,000 customers worldwide and more than 2,000 channel partners globally. As we continue to expand globally and enhance our technology, Arctic Wolf remains the most trusted name in the industry. 

Our Values  

Arctic Wolf recognizes that success comes from delighting our customers, so we work together to ensure that happens every day. We believe in diversity and inclusion, and truly value the unique qualities and unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. And we appreciate that—by protecting people’s and organizations’ sensitive data and seeking to end cyber risk— we get to work in an industry that is fundamental to the greater good.  

We celebrate unique perspectives by creating a platform for all voices to be heard through our Pack Unity program. We encourage all employees to join or create a new alliance. See more about our Pack Unity here.   

We also believe and practice corporate responsibility, and have recently joined the Pledge 1% Movement, ensuring that we continue to give back to our community. We know that through our mission to End Cyber Risk we will continue to engage and give back to our communities.  

North America:

All wolves receive compelling compensation and benefits packages, including:  

• Equity for all employees 

• Flexible time off and paid volunteer days 

• RRSP and 401k match 

• Training and career development programs 

• Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical, mental health, dental, disability, life and AD&D, and value-added services 

• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health services 

• Fertility support and paid parental leave  

 Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such, we strive to make our entire employee experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible. Please let us know if you require any accommodations by emailing recruiting@arcticwolf.com.  

Security Requirements  

• Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, inteRgrity and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies). 

• Background checks are required for this position.  

  • This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”).  Please note that, if applicable, an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations.