
Data Path Core Engineering Manager
Job Description
Thales CPL and Imperva have combined forces to become the largest data security vendor in the world and to jointly develop cybersecurity products for the largest companies around the globe. The joint offering allows covering all aspects of data security for our customers in a way no other vendor can compete with, and makes the Thales and Imperva brand the strongest in the market worldwide!
Vancouver, BC, Canada - Hybrid
Position Summary
Thales a Imperva Company is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Engineering Team Lead to join our Vancouver-based team and lead the Data Path Core team. You will be leading a mission critical team that is in charge of the data flow in our system, including analyzing and normalizing the data in transit in extremely high throughput. As part of the role you will be in charge of the ongoing project to modernize the infrastructure of the solution and make it truly cloud native, including the ability to automatically scale up and down upon need.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
Lead a team of software engineers in an agile environment.
Lead the development of Imperva’s next generation cloud native data path component
Dive deep into technological challenges, thinking strategically and solving problems for the general case.
Lead features’ development end-to-end.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and stakeholders, to understand and address customer needs effectively.
Professional growth of the team members
Ensure the writing of robust, well-tested code, and demonstrate a commitment to quality in all aspects of development.
Minimum Qualifications:
At least 3 years of experience as a manager of 5+ engineers.
At least 5 years of experience as a hands-on software developer of a large-scale solution in C/C++.
Proven Software Design and architecture experience.
Experience in developing cloud native solutions on at least one of the top cloud vendors - AWS, Azure or GCP. Experience in more than one cloud environment - an advantage.
Experience in hiring a training new team members
Experience in python and/or Java
B.Sc./M.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent experience
Total Target Cash (TTC) Range: 118,377.21 - 157,996.89 - 197,496.11 CAD Annual
If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community! https://careers.thalesgroup.com/global/en/jointalentcommunity. You can upload your CV and our recruiters can get in touch with any new opportunities that may be of interest to you.
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Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
• Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.
Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.
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Job Details
- Category
- Aerospace Engineering
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- Vancouver - Pender St
- Posted
- Mar 2, 2026, 07:00 PM
- Listed
- Mar 3, 2026, 05:36 PM
- Compensation
- $118,377 - $157,997 per year
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