Signifyd

Engineering Manager, Cloud Platform

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Technology & ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 8+ years of experience in software engineering or cloud platform roles, with at least 2+ years in technical leadership or management, expertise in Kubernetes, AWS/GCP infrastructure, and databases such as MySQL, DynamoDB, and Cassandra, strong knowledge of DevOps practices, infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform/Pulumi, observability platforms like Datadog and CloudWatch, and experience leveraging AI-powered tools for operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

The Engineering Manager will lead the development of a scalable, secure, and cost-optimized cloud platform across AWS and GCP, provide technical leadership in designing and operating Kubernetes clusters and cloud-native services, champion developer self-service by building tools and frameworks, define and measure developer productivity using frameworks like DORA and SPACE, establish and manage a robust 24/7 monitoring strategy, partner with cross-functional teams to define roadmaps and deliver projects, own relationships with cloud service providers, optimize cloud spend through FinOps practices, advocate for architectural best practices, mentor and grow a high-performing team of engineers, and foster an inclusive culture of innovation.

Skills

Kubernetes
AWS
GCP
Cloud Native Services
Developer Self-Service Tools
Monitoring and SLOs
FinOps
Architectural Best Practices
Leadership
Team Mentoring

Signifyd

Fraud protection for online retailers

About Signifyd

Signifyd specializes in fraud protection for online retailers, helping them detect and prevent fraudulent activities. The company provides a platform that uses machine learning and artificial intelligence to analyze transactions in real-time, identifying potential fraud. This service allows retailers to reduce chargebacks and approve more legitimate orders, ultimately increasing their revenue. Signifyd differentiates itself by offering a financial guarantee on approved transactions, meaning they will cover costs if a transaction they approve is later found to be fraudulent. This added security builds trust with clients. Operating globally, Signifyd ensures transparency with real-time data on system performance, allowing retailers to focus on their core business without the constant worry of fraud.

Key Metrics

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$399.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Cybersecurity, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
Stock Options
Annual Performance Bonus
Paid Parental Leave
On-Demand Therapy for all employees & their dependents
Dedicated learning budget through Learnerbly
Company Social Events

Risks

Rise of 'friendly fraud' challenges Signifyd's financial guarantee model.
'Buy now, pay later' services introduce new fraud types that may evade current detection.
Flexible return policies in Europe could increase return fraud, straining existing strategies.

Differentiation

Signifyd offers a financial guarantee on approved transactions, covering potential fraud costs.
The company uses advanced AI and machine learning for real-time fraud detection.
Signifyd's global reach allows it to serve a diverse range of e-commerce clients.

Upsides

Partnership with Adobe Commerce enhances transaction intelligence and fraud protection capabilities.
$100 million Series D funding supports European market expansion and operational scaling.
Integration with Celerant shifts liability, attracting retailers seeking comprehensive fraud solutions.

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