Team Lead - Browser Security (JavaScript)
Check Point Software Technologies Tel-Aviv, Tel-Aviv District, Israel
Computer and Network Security · 5,001-10,000 employees
About the role
Lead and mentor a team of JavaScript developers while driving the technical roadmap and architecture for browser security products. Manage team planning, task allocation, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality, secure, and performant software delivery.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires 8+ years of software development experience with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role. Candidates must possess strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript, along with a degree in Computer Science or a related field.
Full description
Company Description
We are looking for a talented and experienced Team Lead to head our Browser Security team.
As a Team Lead, you will guide a group of skilled developers building cutting-edge products and solutions that protect our customers from the wide range of threats they encounter in the browser environment. You will combine hands-on technical leadership with people management, driving the team's roadmap, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver industry-leading security solutions.
Job Description
- Lead, mentor, and grow a team of JavaScript developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, ownership, and continuous improvement.
- Own the design, development, and maintenance of high-performance JavaScript applications and components focused on browser security.
- Drive the team's technical roadmap and priorities in partnership with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders.
- Conduct code and design reviews, set coding standards, and ensure quality, performance, and security best practices across the team's deliverables.
- Manage team planning, task allocation, and delivery timelines while balancing hands-on contribution with leadership responsibilities.
- Stay up to date with the latest browser security trends, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors to proactively guide the team in identifying and addressing potential threats.
- Lead architecture and technical design discussions to drive forward-thinking solutions that meet current and future business needs.
- Improve development processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance team productivity and efficiency.
- Support team members' professional development through regular feedback, one-on-ones, and career growth planning.
- Join sessions with customers for feedback and troubleshooting, gathering insights to enhance product functionality and address concerns.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience as a Software Developer.
- 3+ years of experience leading or managing a software development team.
- Coding experience in JavaScript and TypeScript.
- BSc in Computer Science/Software Engineering or equivalent knowledge.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex technical challenges in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to mentor engineers and drive team delivery.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Fluent English, verbal and written.
Advantages:
- Experience in React tools including React.js & Webpack.
- Experience in client-side applications in Windows.
- Experience in C#.
- Experience in server-side development.
- Experience in developing security products.
- Experience in WASM.
- Referral Category: Standard Position
- CP Department: Products - R&D
- Office Location: Tel-Aviv
- Career site Category: R&D
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