This range is provided by Code Red Partners. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$250,000.00/yr - $275,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

RSUs

Code Red Partners is leading the search for a Head of Engineering to help our client build their product from the ground up.

This is a 0 to 1 role where you’ll be architecting and building our core platform that uses AI to transform how enterprises handle their detection capabilities.

This company is backed by experienced founders and is looking for a Head of Engineering to help shape our product and technical direction from the ground up.

As Head of Engineering, you'll architect and build groundbreaking technology that helps security teams stay ahead of threats. Working directly with experienced founders, you'll shape both the technical direction and product strategy of a platform that's set to redefine what's possible in detection engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement and own the core architecture of our platform
• Build scalable backend services for log ingestion, analysis, and AI-driven detection
• Develop intuitive frontend interfaces for security teams
• Create robust APIs for integration with existing security tools
• Own the technical strategy and product roadmap
• Help build and lead the engineering team as we grow

Core Competencies for Head of Engineering:

• Hands-On Expertise : Proven ability to code, architect, and lead by example.
• Zero-to-One Execution : Experience building MVPs and scaling from scratch.
• Scalable Architecture : Skilled in designing adaptable and efficient systems.
• Leadership : Strong hiring, mentoring, and team-building capabilities.
• Business Alignment : Focused on delivering outcomes aligned with company goals.
• Adaptability : Thrives in ambiguity, proactively solving challenges.
• Collaboration : Cross-functional team player with clear communication.
• Integrity : Inspires trust and fosters a culture of excellence.

Domain Knowledge : Security, SIEMs, AI/ML expertise, and familiarity with LLMs.

Thought Leadership : Innovator who drives technical strategy and solutions.

This is a chance to shape a product that solves the daily problems security teams face. We’ve got great backing from folks who know this space and are committed to building something meaningful.

What We Offer:

• Founding employee equity package
• Opportunity to shape the technical direction of an innovative security product
• Direct collaboration with experienced founders

We need this hire to be based full-time in the San Francisco Bay Area, CA.

If you're interested in this opportunity, please reach out to

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

Software Development and Computer and Network Security