Full-Time

Director of Engineering

Cameras

Posted on 11/21/2024

Verkada

Verkada

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides integrated security solutions for enterprises

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$275k - $400kAnnually

+ Sales Incentives + Discretionary Bonuses + Equity (RSUs)

Senior

San Mateo, CA, USA

Category
Hardware Engineering
Electronic Hardware Engineering
Hardware Validation & Testing
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Agile
Airflow
AWS
Terraform
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in managing, leading, and inspiring a team of engineers, including hiring, retaining, and managing performance.
  • 2+ years of experience in managing engineering managers.
  • Founders mode is strongly preferred. Be a hands-on leader. You are expected to be heavily involved in engineering design, and drive strong execution.
  • Experience on streaming, embedded storage (SD card), and building relevant products is preferred.
  • Extensive experience in a software engineering role, with proven technical leadership skills and expertise in designing scalable, reliable, and efficient solutions - especially in building infrastructure that supports business running at scale.
  • Proficient in agile team software development and project management, delivering complex projects within defined timelines and resource constraints.
  • Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, communicating effectively, and aligning efforts to achieve common goals.
  • Passionate about technology, staying updated with the latest industry trends and advancements.
  • Experience with AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, and service mesh.
  • Experience with Airflow, and at least one of the data query and visualization tools.
Responsibilities
  • Set up the long term vision for Verkada’s streaming and storage teams, and lead the teams to build scalable, reliable, and easily maintainable products.
  • Build a high caliber team through effective recruitment, mentoring, and leadership.
  • Drive team’s execution and keep a high bar for delivering high quality software.
  • Execute high impact and large scale projects with high quality.
  • Collaborate with engineering leaders to define and communicate goals, priorities, and processes.
  • Support the business requirements of multiple departments and prioritize work based on impact and cost.

Verkada offers security solutions for businesses, focusing on hybrid cloud video surveillance, access control systems, and environmental sensors. Their video surveillance combines on-site cameras with cloud storage for secure and accessible monitoring, while the access control system provides insights into facility access. Verkada's products are designed to be easy to manage and scalable, making them suitable for large enterprises and institutions. The company aims to deliver comprehensive security management through hardware sales and subscription-based software services.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$431.8M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

55%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Verkada's rapid international expansion, including into the DACH region, indicates strong market demand and growth potential.
  • The launch of AI-powered search capabilities enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of their security solutions, making them more attractive to enterprise clients.
  • Partnerships with organizations like The 'I Love U Guys' Foundation and HiveWatch demonstrate Verkada's commitment to community safety and innovative security solutions.

What critics are saying

  • The enterprise security market is highly competitive, with major players like Cisco and Honeywell posing significant threats.
  • Rapid expansion and numerous integrations may lead to operational challenges and potential service disruptions.

What makes Verkada unique

  • Verkada's hybrid cloud approach combines on-site hardware with cloud-based storage, offering a unique blend of security and accessibility that many competitors lack.
  • The seamless integration of video surveillance with access control systems provides a comprehensive security solution that is more cohesive than standalone products.
  • Achieving FedRAMP Ready status highlights Verkada's commitment to high security standards, making it a trusted choice for public sector clients.

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Benefits

Generous company paid medical, dental & vision insurance coverage

Unlimited paid time off & 11 companywide paid holidays

Wellness allowance

Commuter benefits

Healthy lunches and dinners provided daily

Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits