Introduction

At IBM Software, we transform client challenges into solutions. Building the world’s leading AI-powered, cloud-native products that shape the future of business and society. Our legacy of innovation creates endless opportunities for IBMers to learn, grow, and make an impact on a global scale. Working in Software means joining a team fueled by curiosity and collaboration. You’ll work with diverse technologies, partners, and industries to design, develop, and deliver solutions that power digital transformation. With a culture that values innovation, growth, and continuous learning, IBM Software places you at the heart of IBM’s product and technology landscape. Here, you’ll have the tools and opportunities to advance your career while creating software that changes the world.

Your Role And Responsibilities

We are seeking a hands-on, engineering-focused leader to manage our Cloud Security engineering team in India. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team of engineers focused on strengthening the security posture, visibility,



and management of Confluent’s multi-cloud infrastructure. You will partner with security peers, Engineering teams across the organization, and GRC/Compliance analysts to ensure we build secure cloud foundations.

This role requires a leader who leads from the front and is comfortable in the trenches. You should expect to participate in engineering activities alongside the team, such as proposing designs and architectures, reviewing and threat modeling infrastructure, and prototyping solutions. It is expected that you have mastered the fundamentals of management, operating with direct autonomy to deliver impactful outcomes, and nurture top talent.

What You Will Do

Lead and coach a high-performing team of cloud security engineers in India, with accountability for team execution, operational delivery, and growth opportunities.
Remain technically hands-on: you will partner with your team to design architectures, review and threat model i

📌 Confluent - Manager II, Engineering (Bengaluru)
🏢 IBM
📍 Bengaluru