Computer Science Research Assistant Jobs in London, ON

Proton was founded in 2014 by scientists from CERN on a simple truth: privacy is a fundamental human right. Since then, we've built the world's largest encrypted email service (Proton Mail) and expanded into Proton VPN, Proton Drive, Proton Pass, and Proton Calendar - tools used by millions globally to protect their freedom, fight censorship, and keep their data safe. In some situations, Proton has literally helped save lives.

We are profitable, independent (no VC control), and selectively hire from the top ~1% of applicants. Our 700+ team members across 50+ countries come from leading organizations and elite academic backgrounds. We move fast, keep hierarchy light, and prioritize impact over optics. If you want to do meaningful work with exceptionally high-caliber people, this is it. Check our open-source projects here.

The Team and impact

You're going to work with squad of and will be a part of bigger cross organizational team driving the future of B2B for VPN.

• Work on projects impacting both B2C and B2B, although your main focus is going to be on the B2B.
  • Currently working on network segmentation, observability, and security but in the future we plan to build firewall and device posture capabilities for our high profiles customers.Currently working on things like firewall service for the VPN, in the future we want to work on a device posture and many more!
• Have an impact on a new business segment of Proton, by driving the development of new features and building a long term strategy.

What you will do:

We are looking for a Senior Product Manager to lead the development of Proton VPN in the B2B market space.
Product at Proton sits at the intersection of Engineering, Growth, Data and Design. Your responsibility will be to participate in developing the product features from scratch with huge potential while Proton is entering a new market. You will be working cross-functionally together with R&D, Security, Back-End teams and others.

• Work with the senior leadership team to define a strategic vision and roadmap for B2B aspect of Proton VPN.
• Ensure that we are building, shipping and supporting the right features that deliver impactful value creation over time.
• Drive product innovation, develop novel, game-changing product features that expand our value proposition to new user segments and increase our defensibility.
• Define and own what success looks like in terms of adoption, activation and retention.
• Facilitate hand-in-hand collaboration between product, engineering, growth and marketing to align on the vision and the execution.
• Lead the teams through execution. See through the fog of war and know where to go and what needs to be done quickly and decisively. Troubleshoot and solve problems involving multiple teams inside and outside of product.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and gather customer feedback to inform product decisions.
• Anticipate growth ceilings and define scaling strategies to prevent them, that include managing projects beyond pure-product work, and include foundational technology, tools, and processes, such as a customer engagement platform.
• Set a fast pace for the team, help them to overcome blockers and execute faster.

What we are looking for

We need you to have:

• 7-10 years of experience in product management in B2B SaaS, preferably in security and/or productivity contexts.
• Proven track-record in successful product and major feature launches in fast-paced environments.
• Strategic leader with an analytical and data-driven mindset, with a track record for delivering products and features on time and with commercial success.
• Strong empathy for the customer, user-centric mindset, and an unwillingness to lower standards.
• A strong innate sense for good UX, with a love for design.
• Experience building and managing high-performing teams.
• A work ethic of going above and beyond to make things happen. Ability to be hands-on and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Deep technical acumen, able to contribute to technical decisions.
• Technical background (ideally a Computer Science degree with specialization in Security)

Even if you don't meet all the requirements listed above, but feel you could still be a great fit, please still apply.

What We Offer

• Office First: Collaboration is easier and more effective in person, which is why we have offices in Geneva, Zurich, Prague, Barcelona, Paris, London, Vilnius, Skopje, and Taipei. You can also enjoy working from home up to 30% of the time, while enjoying great company during our three core days in the office.
• Technology: We provide all the devices and software you need to excel in your role, ensuring you have the best tools at your disposal to achieve your goals.
• Food: Lunch and snacks are provided by Proton every day at our offices.
• Transport: We will always support our employees with transport costs through subsidizing public transport, bike allowances, or parking spaces based on your office location.
• Stock Options: At Proton, we are all owners of the company and you get stock options when you join us.
• Flexible Working: You can define your own working hours as long as it works with team meetings.
• Learning and Development: We are committed to your professional growth. Proton offers various learning opportunities, including training programs, conferences and events, and continual learning.
• Employee Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance plans, competitive retirement savings options, generous vacation and leave policies, and wellness programs.
• Work that Matters: Proton is a community-first organization, started with the support of a crowdfunding campaign and built with community input. To this day, Proton's only source of revenue is user subscriptions. Over 100 million people trust and support Proton, and we put our users and community first in everything we do. Read more about our impact here.
• Compensation range
  Barcelona: 50.000 - 95.000 EUR gross annually*
  Other locations: Compensation will be discussed during the interview process
  *Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and previous experience

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical ability, or socio-economic background, feel valued and empowered. We strive to create equal opportunities, promote open dialogue, and support continuous learning to ensure every voice is heard and respected.

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