Project Manager, Engineering

Come join Deepwatch’s team of world-class cybersecurity professionals and the brightest minds in the industry. If you're ready to challenge yourself with work that matters, then this is the place for you. We're redefining cybersecurity as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. – and we have a blast doing it! With the launch of our new India Global Capability Center (GCC) in Bengaluru, we’re expanding our global footprint and building a diverse, high-impact team driving innovation and excellence at scale.

Who We Are Deepwatch is the leader in managed security services, protecting organizations from ever-increasing cyber threats 24/7/365. Powered by Deepwatch’s cloud-based security operations platform, Deepwatch provides the industry’s fastest, most comprehensive detection and automated response to cyber threats together with tailored guidance from dedicated experts to mitigate risk and measurably improve security posture. Hundreds of organizations, from Fortune 100 to mid-sized enterprises, trust Deepwatch to protect their business. Our core values drive everything we do at Deepwatch, including our approach to tackling tough cyber challenges. We seek out tenacious individuals who are passionate about solving complex problems and protecting our customers. At Deepwatch, every decision, process, and hire is made with a focus on improving our cybersecurity solutions and delivering an exceptional experience for our customers. By embracing our values, we create a culture of excellence that is dedicated to empowering our team members to explore their potential, expand their skill sets, and achieve their career aspirations, which is supported by our unique annual professional development benefit.

Deepwatch recognition includes:

• 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022 and 2021 Great Place to Work® Certified
• 2024 Military Times Best for Vets Employers
• 2024 US Department of Labor Hire Vets Gold Award
• 2024 Forbes' America's Best Startup Employers
• 2024 Cyber Defense Magazine, Global Infosec Awards
• 2023 and 2022 Fortress Cybersecurity Award
• 2023 $180M Series C investment from Springcoast Capital Partners, Splunk Ventures, and Vista Credit Partners of Vista Equity Partners
• 2022 Cybersecurity Excellence Award for MDR

Project Manager, Engineering Location : Hybrid, Bengaluru, India

Reports To: VP of Engineering & Managing Director, India

About Deepwatch Deepwatch is securing the digital economy by providing world-class managed detection and response (MDR) services. We protect global organizations from cyber threats, enabling them to operate confidently and securely. Our team thrives at the intersection of innovation, speed, and mission-critical thinking.

Position Summary Deepwatch is seeking a highly organized and execution-focused Project Manager, Engineering to drive engineering delivery and project execution across our India engineering organization. This role will work closely with Engineering, Product Management, Security, AI, and Operations teams to manage the end-to-end lifecycle of projects within the Engineering organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, process-driven, proactive in identifying risks, and capable of managing multiple concurrent initiatives in a fast-paced product engineering environment. The Project Manager, Engineering will play a key role in improving execution visibility, maintaining operational rigor across Jira and Agile processes, coordinating cross-functional dependencies, and ensuring projects are delivered on time with clear stakeholder communication. This role reports directly to the VP of Engineering and will partner closely with US-based Engineering and Program Management teams to ensure strong execution alignment across globally distributed teams.

Key Responsibilities Project Execution & Delivery

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of engineering projects from planning through execution, release, and closure
• Coordinate project activities across Detection Platform and AI Solutions engineering teams
• Track project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, timelines, and execution risks
• Ensure projects remain on schedule and proactively drive resolution of blockers impacting delivery

Agile & Jira Management

• Drive operational rigor across Jira workflows, sprint tracking, backlog management, and release coordination
• Facilitate sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, release readiness reviews, and execution tracking activities
• Maintain accurate project documentation, status reporting, dashboards, and execution metrics
• Ensure teams follow established engineering processes and delivery standards

Stakeholder Communication & Escalation Management

• Provide regular project updates, status reports, and risk visibility to Engineering leadership and stakeholders
• Identify execution risks early and escalate issues with clear mitigation plans and recommendations
• Coordinate effectively with Engineering Managers, Product Managers, Architects, QA, and Operations teams
• Serve as a communication bridge between India engineering teams and US-based stakeholders

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Manage dependencies across multiple engineering teams and workstreams
• Partner with Product Management and Engineering leadership to align priorities, timelines, and release expectations
• Support coordination across distributed teams working across multiple time zones
• Help drive accountability, transparency, and alignment across engineering initiatives

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Continuously improve project management processes, tracking mechanisms, and reporting structures
• Support engineering leadership in improving execution predictability and operational efficiency
• Help establish scalable project governance and engineering coordination practices
• Contribute to building a strong culture of ownership, collaboration, and execution excellence

Qualifications Required:

• 5+ years of experience in Project Management within software engineering or technology organizations
• Strong experience managing engineering projects in Agile/Scrum environments
• Hands-on experience with Jira, Confluence, sprint tracking, backlog management, and release coordination
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and engineering delivery processes
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent engineering projects in fast-paced environments
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong ability to identify project risks, manage escalations, and drive issue resolution
• Experience working with globally distributed engineering teams, including US-based stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail with excellent follow-through and execution discipline
• Ability to work independently and drive projects with minimal supervision
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in cybersecurity, SaaS, cloud, or enterprise software environments
• Exposure to AI/ML-focused engineering projects and modern engineering workflows
• Understanding of cloud platforms, distributed systems, and engineering operations
• Experience supporting release management and engineering execution processes
• PMP, Scrum Master, or Agile certifications are a plus
• Prior experience in startup or high-growth product organizations preferred

What We Are Looking For

• Strong ownership and execution mindset
• Exceptional communication and coordination skills
• Ability to operate effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
• High attention to detail and strong organizational discipline
• Ability to proactively identify issues before they impact delivery
• Strong collaboration skills across Engineering, Product, and Operations teams
• Confidence working with leadership and driving accountability across teams
• Strong relationship-building skills with globally distributed stakeholders Why Deepwatch?
• Mission-driven company focused on protecting customers from threats 24/7
• Hybrid work model in India , with access to collaborative office space in Bangalore
• High-impact leadership role with strong visibility across Product & Engineering
• Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits
• A company recognized as a

Great Place to Work® for five consecutive years

• Opportunity to shape the future of cybersecurity and AI-driven platforms

Life at Deepwatch: For employees, Deepwatch fosters a unique, flexible work environment designed with collaboration in mind. The company emphasizes personal and professional growth, offering benefits such as professional development programs, comprehensive health coverage, and generous parental leave. Deepwatch is also committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, aiming to empower underrepresented groups in tech by connecting them with meaningful opportunities, mentors, and sponsors. In recognition of its supportive workplace culture, Deepwatch earned the Great Place To Work Certification/(TM) in 2025, underscoring its dedication to creating a positive and inclusive work environment. Deepwatch is a global cybersecurity company with offices in San Francisco Bay Area, CA; Tampa, Florida; and Bengaluru, India.

What We Offer: At Deepwatch, we are committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your well-being and financial security.

We provide:

• Group Health Insurance – Comprehensive medical coverage for you and your dependents.
• Group Accidental Insurance – Financial protection in case of accidental injuries.
• Group Term Life Insurance – Security for your loved ones in unforeseen circumstances.
• Comprehensive Wellness, OPD and Gym support program