Manager, R&D - AI Proactive Defense

At Arctic Wolf, you will not just watch the cybersecurity industry evolve – you will help lead the change. Our global team is made up of people who thrive on solving complex problems, moving quickly, and building technology that protects organizations around the world. We are proud to be recognized by Forbes, CNBC, Fortune, CRN, Gartner Peer Insights, and International Data Corporation MarketScape. What matters most is the work behind these recognitions: delivering real outcomes for customers through award-winning innovation such as our Aurora Platform.

If you are looking for meaningful work, smart teammates, and the opportunity to make a real impact in a high-growth company that is redefining security operations, Arctic Wolf is the right place for you.

Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We are looking for a Manager, Engineering (Artificial Intelligence Proactive Defense Systems) to help achieve this mission.

The Manager, Engineering will contribute to our Engineering organization by leading the design and development of artificial intelligence-driven proactive defense systems focused on fraud prevention, risk analysis, and anomaly detection. This role will drive the development of intelligent, automated systems that enable faster and more accurate detection and response to emerging threats.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Lead a team of engineers to design, build, and deploy artificial intelligence-driven proactive defense systems
• Design and implement agent-based frameworks for reasoning, orchestration, and automated decision-making
• Develop and maintain machine learning operations pipelines for scalable model training, versioning, and deployment across distributed systems
• Architect automated workflows that integrate data ingestion, feature generation, and intelligent response mechanisms
• Partner with data science, threat intelligence, and platform engineering teams to translate detection logic into production-ready systems with low latency
• Apply large language models and autonomous artificial intelligence agents for pattern recognition, entity linking, and context-aware decision-making
• Drive execution of the engineering roadmap and ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Mentor and develop engineers while fostering a culture of technical excellence and accountability
• Establish and uphold best practices in automation, observability, and continuous improvement

YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE IF:

• You have more than 10 years of experience in software engineering, machine learning, or data-intensive systems, with at least 2 years in a leadership or technical management role
• You have a strong background in fraud analytics, risk analysis, behavioral modeling, or anomaly detection
• You have experience building or integrating agent-based artificial intelligence frameworks for orchestration and decision-making
• You have strong programming expertise in Python or Go
• You are experienced with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Scikit-learn
• You have strong knowledge of machine learning operations, data pipeline architecture, feature engineering, and real-time model inference
• You understand artificial intelligence automation, prompt orchestration, and evaluation techniques for large language model-based systems
• You have a proven ability to mentor teams, define engineering standards, and lead cross-functional initiatives

Nice to have:

• Experience in financial technology, advertising technology, or cybersecurity domains
• Familiarity with modern cloud platforms and distributed systems architecture
• Experience building high-scale, low-latency production systems

Do not meet all the requirements? That is okay. We still encourage you to apply. We have many opportunities and are always looking for strong talent.

On-Camera Policy

To support a fair, transparent, and engaging interview experience, candidates interviewing remotely are expected to be on camera during all video interviews. Being on camera fosters authentic connection, improves communication, and allows for full engagement from both candidates and interviewers. We understand that technical, bandwidth, or location-related challenges may occasionally prevent video use. If this applies, candidates are required to notify us in advance so we can explore appropriate accommodations.

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 United States, Best Places to Work United States, Great Place to Work Canada, Great Place to Work United Kingdom, and Kununu Top Company Germany. Our commitment to bold growth and shaping the future of security operations is matched by our dedication to customer satisfaction, with over 10,000 customers worldwide and more than 2,000 channel partners globally. As we continue to expand and enhance our technology, Arctic Wolf remains a 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 value the unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. By protecting sensitive data and working to end cyber risk, we contribute to an industry that serves the greater good.

We celebrate diverse perspectives through our Pack Unity program and encourage employees to participate in or create new alliances.

We also believe in corporate responsibility and have joined the Pledge One Percent movement to give back to our communities.

All employees receive compelling compensation and benefits packages, including:

• Equity for all employees
• Flexible annual leave, paid holidays, and volunteer days
• Training and career development programs
• Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical insurance for you and your family, life insurance equal to three times compensation, and personal accident insurance
• 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 applicable law. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, and inclusive environment.

Security Requirements

• Conduct duties in accordance with Arctic Wolf information security policies, standards, and controls
• Background checks are required for this position
• This role may require access to information protected under United States export control laws and regulations