R&D Team lead
Content + Source + Freshness • 13 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Well-rounded position with opportunities in leadership and R&D, competitive within the market.
- Lead a talented R&D team in a pioneering tech startup.
- Flexible environment with various office perks.
- Focus on big data management and software development.
- Requires significant leadership experience.
Pros
- Leadership opportunity within a tech-focused research team.
- Involvement in cutting-edge data platform technologies.
- Flexible work arrangements and office perks.
Cons
- May require startup experience which narrows the candidate pool.
- Focus on specific technologies may limit broader skill application.
- Clear expectations for leadership experience may deter some applicants.
Who it's for
Senior/Lead • Hybrid/Remote
Good fit
- Experienced R&D leaders from tech backgrounds.
- Candidates with a deep understanding of data-focused systems.
- Professionals passionate about mentorship and innovation.
Not recommended for
- New leaders without R&D experience.
- Individuals seeking a strictly technical role.
- Candidates who prefer less dynamic environments.
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Who we are:
BigID is an innovative tech startup that focuses on solutions for data security, compliance, privacy, and AI data management. We're leading the market in all things data: helping our customers reduce risk, drive business innovation, achieve compliance, build customer trust, make better decisions, and get more value from their data.
We are building a global team passionate about innovation and next-gen technology. BigID has been recognized for:
- BigID Named Hot Company in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at the 2024 Global InfoSec Awards
- Citizens JMP Cyber 66 List of Hottest Privately Held Cybersecurity Companies
- CRN 100 list named BIgID as one of the 20 Coolest Identity Access Management And Data Protection Companies Of 2024 (2 years running)
- DUNS 100 Best Tech Companies to Work For in 2024
- Top 3 Big Data and AI Vendors to Watch' in the 2023 BigDATAwire Readers and Editors Choice Awards
- 2024 Inc. 5000 list for the 4th consecutive year!
- Shortlisted for the 2024 AI Awards in the category of Best Use of AI in Cybersecurity
At BigID, our team is the foundation of our success. Join a people-centric culture that is fast-paced and rewarding: you’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the industry who value innovation, diversity, integrity, and collaboration.
Who we seek:
We’re seeking a talented and motivated R&D Team Leader to join our innovative startup in the security domain. Our company provides a cutting-edge data platform that enables organizations to manage internal data effectively, including scanning data sources, to identify sensitive information such as PII. As an R&D Team Leader, you'll lead a team of 5-6 skilled engineers focused on the scans and discovery domain, guiding them to achieve technical excellence and drive impactful projects.
What you’ll do:
- Design, build, and deliver inventive, data-driven products to foster business growth
- Ensure production-grade high-quality code
- Make informed technological and architectural decisions while introducing new technologies and practices
- Review the design and code for other team members
What you’ll bring:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a team leader and 4 years of hands-on experience in software development.
- Experience with Java, Typescript (NodeJS), Kafka, and ElasticSearch.
- A degree in Computer Science or similar discipline.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor a team, with strong project management skills.
- Demonstrated experience working closely with customers to understand their needs and deliver solutions that exceed their expectations.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a track record of working effectively in cross-functional teams.
Advantages:
- Significant experience with big data and performance-oriented systems
- Startup experience
What’s in it for you?!
Our people are the foundation of our success, and we prioritize offering a wide range of benefits that make our team happier and healthier.
- Equity participation - everyone shares in our success
- Flexible work arrangements - for parents, remote workdays, etc.
- Office perks: dog-friendly environment, fully stocked fridge, gym, and exercise classes, weekly Happy Hours, free parking, evening meals
- Knowledge training & career development tracks
Our Values:
We look for people who embody our values - Care, Do, Try & Shine.
- Care - We care about our customers and each other
- Do - We do what it takes to make a positive impact
- Try - We try our best and we don’t give up
- Shine - We shine and make it our mission to always stand out
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