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Senior Privacy Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$196K - $220.50K/yr

We're looking for a Senior Privacy Engineer to join us in protecting Discord's users. If you are an engineer with a passion for privacy, a deep sense of curiosity, and an endless desire to improve ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$100K - $131.70K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Cheyenne, WY

$97.80K - $128.80K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Lansing, MI

$104K - $136.90K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA

$80.40K - $105.90K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

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Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$98.30K - $129.50K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Topeka, KS

$96.50K - $127K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Salem, OR

$103K - $135.70K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Dover, DE · On-site

$81.40K - $107.20K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Helena, MT

$97.10K - $127.90K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

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Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Harrisburg, PA · On-site

$101.20K - $133.30K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$89.20K - $117.50K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Springfield, IL · On-site

$101.60K - $133.80K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Charleston, WV

$99.60K - $131.20K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT

$99.20K - $130.60K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Saint Paul, MN

$103.40K - $136.10K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$98.60K - $129.80K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Juneau, AK · On-site

$108.60K - $143.10K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

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Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Raleigh, NC

$99.60K - $131.20K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

Lead Data Privacy Engineer

Hartford, CT · On-site

$103.40K - $136.20K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Lead Data Privacy Engineer to assist in leading our Data Protection Engineering, Monitoring, and Audit efforts. This role is responsible for embedding privacy by ...

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As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for privacy engineer in the United States is $68.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.08 and $79.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Privacy Engineer do?

A Privacy Engineer designs, implements, and maintains systems that protect user data and ensure compliance with privacy regulations. They work closely with legal, security, and engineering teams to embed privacy controls into products and services. Their responsibilities include data protection assessments, privacy-preserving technologies, and automating compliance processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Privacy Engineer position, and why are they important?

A Privacy Engineer typically needs a solid foundation in computer science, data security principles, and privacy regulations such as GDPR and CCPA, often supported by a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with tools such as data loss prevention (DLP) systems, encryption protocols, and privacy impact assessment (PIA) frameworks is highly valued, as well as certifications like CIPP or CIPT. Strong communication, analytical thinking, and cross-functional collaboration are essential soft skills that help Privacy Engineers navigate complex requirements and work effectively with legal, IT, and product teams. These competencies are crucial for ensuring that privacy is embedded into systems and processes, mitigating risks, and maintaining compliance in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

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Privacy Engineers regularly assess and implement technical solutions to protect sensitive data, such as designing privacy-preserving architectures and conducting risk assessments. They often work cross-functionally, collaborating with product, legal, and IT teams to integrate privacy by design principles into new features or systems. Additional daily tasks may include responding to privacy incidents, automating privacy workflows, and keeping up-to-date with regulatory changes to ensure ongoing compliance. This role is both proactive and dynamic, focused on safeguarding user data while enabling business objectives.
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Senior Privacy Engineer

Senior Privacy Engineer

Discord

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$196K - $220.50K/yr

Other

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Discord is on a mission to create space for everyone to find belonging. Trusted by millions of people to keep their communications private and out of the hands of evildoers, Security and Privacy are necessary to Discord's success.

We're looking for a Senior Privacy Engineer to join us in protecting Discord's users. If you are an engineer with a passion for privacy, a deep sense of curiosity, and an endless desire to improve Discord for our users, read on!

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Build and operate the systems that enable data rights for our users across the data lifecycle, including collection, access, and deletion.
  • Own end to end software development of new tools and scalable solutions to optimize the work of the Discord Privacy Program and enable teams to use user data effectively and responsibly in a complex cloud environment.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Product, Data, and Legal to conduct risk assessments, code reviews, and ensure compliance with Discord's Privacy Principles and regulatory requirements.
  • Advocate for privacy-preserving solutions, act as a privacy subject matter expert across teams, and identify new opportunities to promote our privacy posture.
  • Lead Privacy incident response efforts, including mitigating situations that may pose a risk to our Privacy Principles and providing assistance in incident response efforts outside of the privacy domain.

What you should have:

  • A passion for user privacy and data protection.
  • 3+ years of work experience in Privacy or Security engineering or building production systems that meet legal requirements.
  • 3+ years of experience in at least one general purpose programming language (e.g. Python, Rust, Typescript).
  • 3+ years of experience working in cloud-based environments (we use Google Cloud).
  • Experience with concepts and practices such as threat modeling, data lifecycle management, and data classification
  • Familiarity with privacy concerns that apply in an industry setting, including consent, deletion, and retention, and a basic understanding of regulations such as GDPR or CCPA.
  • Experience with conducting reviews of system architecture and product feature specs and driving mitigations of data protection risk, deviations from privacy policies, and privacy dark patterns

Bonus Points: 

  • Experience developing, operating, and debugging distributed systems.
  • Experience with modern data platform infrastructure
  • Experience integrating internal systems with privacy and risk management platforms

Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area (Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma counties). Relocation assistance may be available.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $196,000 to $220,500 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role and level. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity, or benefits.