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EMEA region Remote (Global)

Bitwarden was looking for a Principal Implementation Engineer

Serves as a technical advisor for enterprise customers, supporting post-sales deployment and adoption of the platform. Requires strong expertise in cloud infrastructure, identity management, and enterprise systems to lead complex implementations.

Responsibilities

  • Acts as a subject matter expert for the platform and its full suite of services.
  • Leads technical planning and execution for new deployments, emphasizing best practices in large enterprise environments.
  • Advises customers on industry-standard practices across the entire technology stack.
  • Collaborates with customers to resolve current issues and proactively address potential future challenges.
  • Delivers high-quality guidance on implementing the platform and broader security practices.
  • Serves as a dedicated technical contact for named accounts, coordinating through customer engagement resources via ticketing and email systems.
  • Supports quarterly business reviews by contributing to environment audits, best practices assessments, and identifying opportunities for feature adoption.
  • Works closely with engineering and product teams to prioritize bug fixes and feature requests based on enterprise customer needs.
  • Supports training initiatives and promotes technical culture within the implementation engineering team.
  • Facilitates knowledge transfer among engineers and partners with technical writing to document configurations, troubleshooting steps, and best practices.
  • Leads or contributes to internal projects such as replicating customer environments, integrating third-party tools, and building automation solutions.
  • May represent the company in customer meetings, industry events, or team gatherings, which could involve occasional travel.

Requirements

  • Strong command of written English and grammar.
  • Exceptional problem-solving abilities, including the skill to identify and communicate solutions even when not immediately known.
  • Committed to team support, shared growth in both technical and interpersonal skills, and open knowledge sharing.
  • Demonstrates empathy and advocates effectively for others.
  • Passionate about improving the experience of end users.
  • Professional experience in a technical role such as systems engineering, implementation, DevOps, or IT infrastructure; equivalent education or proven skills may substitute.
  • Capable of and motivated to work in a fully remote environment.

Nice to Have

  • Knowledge of the platform and its ecosystem.
  • Experience with Linux, Windows, and macOS operating systems.
  • Experience with container orchestration tools including Docker Swarm, Kubernetes, and Podman.
  • Experience with network file systems such as NFS, SMB/CIFS, and block storage solutions.
  • Proficiency in shell scripting using Bash and PowerShell.
  • Experience with directory services including Active Directory, LDAP, Google Workspace, Azure Entra ID, Jumpcloud, Cloudflare, and Okta.
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform, AWS, and Azure.
  • Familiarity with mobile operating systems Android and iOS.
  • Experience using GitHub for version control.
  • Experience with NGINX as a web server or reverse proxy.
  • Working knowledge of SQL for database querying.
  • Understanding of TCP/IP networking protocols.
  • Understanding of DNS systems and configuration.
  • Understanding of HTTP protocols.
  • Understanding of SMTP for email transmission.
  • Experience with SAML and OpenID Connect for identity federation.
  • Experience with TLS/SSL and public key infrastructure (PKI) for secure communications.

Tech Stack

Bitwarden, Linux, Windows, macOS, Docker (Swarm Mode), Kubernetes, Podman, NFS, SMB/CIFS, Block storage, Bash, PowerShell, Active Directory, LDAP, Google Workspace, Azure Entra ID, Jumpcloud, Cloudflare, Okta, GCP, AWS, Azure, Android, iOS, GitHub

Benefits

  • Work with a user community that values the mission, contributing daily to a more secure digital experience for individuals and large organizations alike.
  • Develop deep expertise in security and open-source software within leading technology domains.
  • Join a globally distributed, diverse, and skilled team committed to mutual support and collaboration.
  • Engage in continuous learning, take on meaningful challenges, and participate in professional development through internal growth programs.

Compensation

Not specified

Work Arrangement

global — EMEA region — Fully remote

Team

Part of the Customer Success team, aligned with Customer Engagement Managers and collaborating with Engineering and Product teams; reports to Manager of Implementation Engineering

  • Prioritizes user experience and product usability.
  • Values empathy and standing up for others.
  • Encourages team members to grow and share knowledge.
  • Supports ongoing learning and career development.
  • Committed to diversity and building a talented, inclusive team.
  • Driven by a mission to create a more secure internet for everyone.

Additional Information

  • This is a fully remote position.
  • Applicants must reside in the EMEA region.
  • Until a local business entity is established in EMEA, the role will be hired as a full-time contractor.
  • Occasional travel may be required for customer engagements, conferences, or team meetings.
  • The hiring process includes a screening call with Recruiting, an interview with the Manager of Implementation Engineering, discussions with team members, and a final interview with the Chief Customer Officer and VP of Customer Success.

Not specified

Required Skills
LinuxWindowsMacKubernetesBashPowerShellActive DirectoryGoogle Workspace
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Bitwarden promotes better internet security and safety with an open source password management solution for individuals, teams, and business organizations.
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Department Engineering
Category infrastructure
Posted 4 months ago