Principal Technical Product Manager - Cloud Security
Remote in San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, or West coast timezone
Product – Product Group /
Full-time /
Remote
Join us as we scale our business in NA/EMEA by building on our tremendous success around the world. The massive database market is going to double over the next few years (the IDC estimates it to be $119B+ by 2025) and PingCAP is a global player positioned as a major disruptor with TiDB Database and Database as a Service offering. TiDB is an open-source, cloud-native, distributed SQL database for elastic scale and real-time analytics. Large and high-growth organizations in markets as varied as financial services, logistics, gaming, e-commerce and software as a service have successfully deployed and expanded their TiDB footprint on mission-critical applications. Our strong open-source community roots (32,000 stars on GitHub), innovative products and inclusive culture draw passionate and dedicated people to our company. Learn more about PingCAP careers and join our team to be at the forefront of innovation and growth.
About the Role:
As the Principal Technical Product Manager for Security at TiDB Cloud, you'll lead the strategy and implementation of comprehensive security features for our cutting-edge distributed database platform. You'll define security roadmaps, ensure global compliance, and collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to deliver seamless, user-friendly solutions. In this influential role, you'll also mentor junior TPMs and security engineers, promoting a culture of security excellence across the organization. You'll engage directly with customers and partners, gathering feedback to continually enhance our platform. If you're passionate about cloud security and eager for impactful opportunities, this role offers a unique chance to innovate and significantly influence the future of cloud database technology.
Responsibilities:
- Define and drive the security strategy for TiDB Cloud, prioritizing key security features based on customer needs, market trends, and industry standards.
- Partner with engineering teams to design and implement robust security features, including authentication, authorization, encryption, auditing, and compliance capabilities. Collaborate with product management to gather customer security requirements and translate them into actionable product features.
- Ensure security features are seamlessly integrated into the TiDB Cloud platform, balancing security with usability.
- Lead cross-functional projects, managing timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure timely and high-quality execution.
- Mentor junior TPMs and security engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices to build a strong, security-focused team.
- Stay current with the latest security trends, threats, and best practices, incorporating them into the TiDB Cloud security roadmap.
- Engage with customers and partners to gather feedback on security features and identify opportunities for improvement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (Master’s degree or higher preferred).
- 8+ years of experience in technical product management with a focus on security in cloud environments.
- Deep understanding of database security principles, including authentication, authorization, encryption, and compliance.
- Experience with cloud database platforms is a plus.
- Strong project management skills with a proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects from concept to delivery.
- Demonstrated experience in leading and mentoring technical teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proven track record of delivering high-quality security features in a fast-paced, agile environment.
- Familiarity with compliance standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2, etc.
- Passion for security and a commitment to staying current with the latest developments in the field.
$158,000 - $220,000 a year
Salary Range：
The annual anticipated salary range for U.S. candidates for this role is USD $158k to $220k base. Four zones are applied with different levels of the pay range. More details of the Geo Differential Pay Policy will be discussed during the HR conversation. The actual individual base pay will depend on various factors such as the complexity and responsibility of the role, work locations, job levels, and relevant experience and skills. This role is also eligible to participate in PingCAP's Bonus and Equity Plan, as well as our Sales Compensation Plan, if it is a sales role. To comply with local legislation and provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base salary ranges on all US job postings regardless of desired hiring location. Please note that actual salaries may vary and fall outside of this range depending on factors such as a candidate's qualifications, geographic location, skills, experience, and competencies. Other benefits include health insurance, flexible vacation time, paid holidays, and parental leave. Salaries for candidates outside the U.S. will vary based on local compensation structures.
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