L6 Security Architect - Data Privacy &AI, Product Security - Seattle

At Qualtrics, we create software the world’s best brands use to deliver exceptional frontline experiences, build high-performing teams, and design products people love. But we are more than a platform—we are the creators and stewards of the Experience Management category serving over 18K clients globally. Building a category takes grit, determination, and a disdain for convention—but most of all it requires close-knit, high-functioning teams with an unwavering dedication to serving our customers.

When you join one of our teams, you’ll be part of a nimble group that’s empowered to set aggressive goals and move fast to achieve them. Strategic risks are encouraged and complex problems are solved together, by passing the mic and iterating until the best solution comes to light. You won’t have to look to find growth opportunities—ready or not, they’ll find you. From retail to government to healthcare, we’re on a mission to bring humanity, connection, and empathy back to business. Join over 5,000 people across the globe who think that’s work worth doing.

Security Architect - Data Privacy &AI, Product Security - Seattle

Why We Have This Role   In the evolving landscape of data privacy and artificial intelligence, the need for secure architectural practices is paramount. The Data Privacy and AI Architect plays a critical role in designing and implementing frameworks that ensure our AI solutions and data handling practices comply with privacy regulations while building trust with our customers.   How You’ll Find Success

• Strategic Visionary: You possess a holistic understanding of data privacy regulations and AI technologies, proactively identifying and mitigating emerging risks. You will guide the architecture strategy, ensuring its alignment with the organization’s regulatory obligations and overall business goals.
• Technical Innovator: Your passion for continuous improvement drives you to explore and implement cutting-edge privacy-preserving technologies and methodologies in AI. You ensure our data practices are resilient against evolving threats and adhere to best standards.
• Collaborative Leader: You will build partnerships across various departments, promoting best practices in data privacy and AI ethics. Your ability to foster collaboration will create an informed and cohesive environment dedicated to robust data protection.
• Resilient and Adaptive: Thriving in a fast-paced environment, you expertly manage complex projects while guiding cross-functional teams through shifts in regulatory landscapes or technological advancements. Your problem-solving skills will prove essential in navigating the complexities of data privacy governance.

How You’ll Grow

• Shape Industry Standards: Participate in industry conferences, thought leadership forums, and professional organizations to influence the future of data privacy and AI practices.
• Executive Presence: Enhance your visibility and involvement in executive-level discussions.
• Expand Your Leadership Toolkit: As a thought leader in data privacy and AI architecture, you’ll have opportunities to mentor and coach emerging talent in the field, enhancing the skills and knowledge within our organization.
• Complex Problem-Solving: Tackle significant data privacy challenges that will sharpen your analytical, critical thinking, and strategic planning abilities.

Things You’ll Do

• Drive Innovation in Data Privacy: Lead initiatives focusing on research, evaluation, and implementation of next-generation privacy-preserving technologies and methodologies that support our AI solutions.
• Oversee Data Privacy Operations: Manage the daily execution and oversight of data privacy practices in AI deployments, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks and operational best practices.
• Shape Security Strategy: Develop a comprehensive data privacy strategy that aligns with the organization’s risk profile and broader business objectives, adhering to relevant regulations and frameworks.
• Manage Complex Projects: Oversee the execution of large-scale AI privacy initiatives, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery while proactively addressing risks and fostering a culture of adaptability within teams.
• Foster a Culture of Excellence: Create an environment that promotes knowledge sharing, collaboration, and continuous learning. You will mentor colleagues, enhancing their expertise in data privacy and AI ethics, thus building a high-performing team that is committed to our compliance and security objectives.

What We’re Looking For On Your Resume

• Extensive Architectural Expertise: 8+ years of experience in data privacy, AI architecture, or a related field, with a proven history of designing compliant and effective data privacy frameworks in AI solutions; capable of leading strategic initiatives to enhance compliance and security posture.
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of data privacy regulations (like GDPR, CCPA), AI frameworks, and privacy-preserving technologies. Familiarity with encryption, anonymization techniques, and compliance standards is essential.
• Demonstrated Initiative Leadership: Proven experience in leading large-scale data privacy initiatives, showcasing your ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to align with compliance and ethical guidelines while driving operational efficiency and business growth.
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to translate data privacy challenges into actionable AI solutions that integrate with business objectives and risk management frameworks.
• Collaboration & Communication Skills: Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering constructive partnerships across the organization.

What You Should Know About This Team

• Innovation at Our Core: Our Security Engineering team embraces change and thrives on solving complex challenges. We value experimentation, continuous learning, and push the boundaries of conventional security practices.
• Collaborative Environment: We believe in the power of teamwork and foster open communication across the team and the wider organization. Your ideas will be heard, and your collaboration will be essential.
• Data-Driven Approach: We rely on data-driven insights to inform our security strategies, measure effectiveness, and continuously improve our posture.
• Growth Mindset: We are committed to your professional development. You'll have opportunities to expand your expertise, contribute to high-visibility projects, and advance your career in cybersecurity.

Joining our team means stepping into a role that's vital, challenging, and deeply linked to Qualtrics' aim of reshaping industries by harnessing the power of Experience Management and AI.   Our Team’s Favorite Perks and Benefits

• Wellness Reimbursement for $300 per quarter for wellness activities including gym memberships, spa massages, workout equipment, meditation apps, and much more.
• $1800 Experience bonus to be used for an “Experience” of your choosing
• Amazing QGroup Communities; MOSAIQ, Green Team, Qualtrics Pride, Q&Able, Qualtrics Salute, and Women’s Leadership Development, which exist as places for support, allyship, and advocacy.

  The Qualtrics Hybrid Work Model: Our hybrid work model is elegantly simple: we all gather in the office three days a week; Mondays and Thursdays, plus one day selected by your organizational leader. These purposeful in-person days in thoughtfully designed offices help us do our best work and harness the power of collaboration and innovation. For the rest of the week, work where you want, owning the integration of work and life.   Qualtrics is an equal opportunity employer meaning that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.   ​​​​​​​Applicants in the United States of America have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family & Medical Leave Act,Equal Opportunity Employment,Employee Polygraph Protection Act   Qualtrics is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Qualtrics will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please let your Qualtrics contact/recruiter know.   Not finding a role that’s the right fit for now? Qualtrics Insiders is the one-stop shop for all things Qualtrics Life. Sign up for exclusive access to content created with you in mind and get the scoop on what we have going on at Qualtrics - upcoming events, behind the scenes stories from the team, interview tips, hot jobs, and more. No spam - we promise! You'll hear from us two times a month max with fresh, totally tailored info - so be sure to stay connected as you explore your best role and company fit.  

For full-time positions, this pay range is for base per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, education, skills, and experience. A sign-on bonus and restricted stock units may be included in an employment offer, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and other benefits, based on eligibility criteria.

Washington State Annual Pay Transparency Range$155,500—$283,000 USD