
Engineering Manager, Partnerships Engineering
1Password · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $224,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Lead a new Partnerships Engineering team.
- Drive external partnership integration success.
- Balance partner needs with platform investment.
- Improve integration processes and documentation.
- Manage engineers focused on technical delivery.
About the role
About 1Password
1Password is growing rapidly, with over $400M in ARR and consistently recognized on the Forbes Cloud 100. We are building the foundation for a safe and productive digital future, ensuring every identity is authentic, every application sign-in is secure, and every device is trusted. Our innovative Unified Access Management approach, combined with our market-leading enterprise password manager, is trusted by over 180,000 businesses, including Fortune 100 leaders and AI companies.
If you are passionate about contributing to digital safety, working with a driven team, and solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. Join us in shaping a safer, simpler digital future.
New Partnerships Engineering Team
We are establishing a new Partnerships Engineering team, positioned at the intersection of Engineering, Strategic Partnerships, and Product. This team will focus on early technical validation, hands-on integration delivery, and developing scalable platform investments to streamline partner adoption.
Role Overview: Partnerships Engineering Manager
As the Partnerships Engineering Manager, you will build and lead a dedicated Integration Enablement Engineering team. Your primary goal is to ensure the success of 1Password’s external partnerships and integrations, from the initial technical conversation through General Availability. This front-line management role focuses on transforming partnership intent into tangible, shippable integrations, while systematically reducing bespoke efforts through shared infrastructure, tooling, and documentation.
How We’re Using AI Today
Our Engineering, Product, and Design teams are thoughtfully integrating AI across the entire software and product development lifecycle. Engineers utilize AI-assisted coding tools for faster reviews and early bug detection, product managers synthesize user research at scale, and designers leverage AI for rapid prototyping. We approach AI with clear principles, human accountability, and rigorous evaluation before any release.
This is a remote opportunity within Canada and the US.
What We're Looking For
- Experience managing engineers in a front-line role, with ownership over delivery, execution, and team health.
- Strong technical judgment across APIs, SDKs, integrations, and distributed systems.
- Experience working with or building technical systems that span traditional SaaS infrastructure to AI-native applications.
- Comfort operating in Strategic Partnerships-adjacent environments and collaborating closely with partnerships, sales, and product teams.
- Ability to balance short-term partner needs with long-term platform quality and leverage.
- Clear, effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Bonus Points For
- Experience building or scaling partner integration programs.
- Familiarity with developer platforms, security products, or identity-related systems.
- Prior experience working directly with external partners or customers on complex integrations.
What You Can Expect
Own technical partnership execution
- Serve as the primary engineering owner for external partnership integrations, from discovery through GA launch.
- Act as the technical counterpart in partnership discussions, validating feasibility, scope, and tradeoffs.
- Support deal progression when needed through design proposals, architecture reviews, and technical assessments.
Build and run the integration program
- Establish and own an external integrations program that tracks work reliably across the full partnership lifecycle.
- Define processes, roles, and execution models that enable multiple integrations to run in parallel without heroics.
- Balance near-term partner delivery with sustained investment in shared infrastructure and self-service tooling.
Lead partner integration delivery
- Guide and support hands-on integration work with partners, including direct consultation and building or extending first-party components.
- Ensure integrations are well-designed, maintainable, and aligned with platform, security, and product standards.
- Collaborate closely with Developer Platform and Cognition teams to land changes cleanly and sustainably.
Raise the bar on documentation and enablement
- Own engineering documentation that supports Strategic Partnerships, external partners, and internal engineers throughout integration work.
- Build and maintain reference architectures, integration guides, and design patterns that reduce ambiguity and rework.
Continuously Improve How Integrations Work
- Identify recurring integration patterns and turn them into reusable approaches.
- Use proofs of concept to explore new integration models and reduce risk ahead of production investment.
- Incrementally evolve integrations toward more plug-and-play, self-service experiences.
Ownership Areas
- External partnership integration program
- IDE integrations
- Browser integrations
- External partner integrations
- Integration documentation and reference architectures
Compensation (USA)
USA-based roles only: The annual base salary for this role is between $190,000 USD and $258,000 USD, plus immediate participation in 1Password's benefits program (health, dental, 401k and many others), utilization of our generous paid time off, an equity grant and, where applicable, participation in our incentive programs.
Compensation (Canada)
Canada-based roles only: The annual base salary for this role is between $172,000 CAD and $232,000 CAD, plus immediate participation in 1Password’s generous benefits program (health, dental, RRSP and many others), utilization of our generous paid time off, an equity grant and, where applicable, participation in our incentive programs.
At 1Password, we approach each individual's compensation with a promise of fair market value and internal equity commensurate with experience and specific skill set.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Our Culture
At 1Password, we prioritize collaboration, clear and transparent communication, receptiveness to feedback, and alignment with our core values: keep it simple, lead with honesty, and put people first. You’ll be part of a team that challenges the status quo, and is excited to experiment and iterate in search of the best solution. Our work is demanding, we strive for excellence, and the pace is fast. We need people who are keen to take on challenging problems, seek feedback to grow, and are driven to make an impact. If you're looking for a place to settle into a comfortable routine, this might not be the right fit. We’re looking for individuals who are proven experts, highly adaptable, can thrive in ambiguity and through change, are curious, and above all deliver results.
How We Work With AI
We are committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology, including AI, to achieve our mission. We encourage team members at all levels to actively learn AI best practices, identify opportunities to apply AI meaningfully, and drive innovative solutions. Embracing the future of AI is essential for our success.
This approach extends to our hiring process; candidates are welcome to use AI tools responsibly and thoughtfully.
Our Approach to Remote Work
We believe in the power of remote work and recognize the importance of in-person connection. While we are a remote-first company, travel for in-person engagement is expected for most roles, including annual offsites, team meetings, and industry events. Remote work at 1Password means working from your home country.
What We Offer
We believe in rewarding hard work through our benefits:
- Health and wellbeing: Maternity/parental leave top-up, competitive health benefits, generous PTO.
- Growth and future: RSU program, retirement matching, free 1Password account.
- Community: Paid volunteer days, peer-to-peer recognition, remote-first environment.
Some GTM team roles may be hired for in-person hybrid work in Toronto and Austin.
Diversity and Inclusion
1Password is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We welcome all individuals and do not discriminate. Be yourself, find your people, and share what you love. Accommodation is available upon request. Please contact nextbit@agilebits.com for assistance.
Background Checks
Successful applicants will be required to complete a background check as permitted by local law.
AI in Hiring
1Password uses AI and ML to assist in initial screening and improve our recruitment process. You may opt out of AI/ML assessment by completing this form. See our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information.
Key skills/competency
- Engineering Management
- Partnerships Engineering
- Integration Enablement
- API and SDK Integrations
- Distributed Systems
- SaaS Infrastructure
- AI-Native Applications
- Strategic Partnerships
- Product Management Collaboration
- Technical Leadership
Skills & topics
- Engineering Manager
- Partnerships
- Integrations
- APIs
- SDKs
- Distributed Systems
- SaaS
- AI
- Technical Leadership
- Remote
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in API integrations, distributed systems, and partnership engineering, aligning with 1Password's focus on security and productivity.
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize your front-line engineering management experience, focusing on delivery, team health, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Demonstrate technical depth: Provide examples of your technical judgment across APIs, SDKs, and integrating SaaS and AI-native applications.
- Research 1Password: Understand their mission, values (simple, honest, people-first), and their innovative approach to cybersecurity and AI.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss how you balance short-term partner needs with long-term platform quality and your experience with developer platforms or security products.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Partnerships Engineering Manager role at 1Password?
- The Partnerships Engineering Manager at 1Password will build and lead a new Integration Enablement Engineering team. This role is focused on ensuring the success of external partnerships and integrations, from initial technical discussions through to launch, by systematically reducing bespoke work through shared infrastructure and tooling.
- What kind of technical background is expected for the Engineering Manager, Partnerships Engineering position?
- We are looking for candidates with strong technical judgment across APIs, SDKs, integrations, and distributed systems. Experience working with or building technical systems that span traditional SaaS infrastructure to AI-native applications is highly valued.
- Is this a remote position, and where can I work from?
- Yes, this is a remote opportunity for candidates located within Canada and the United States. Remote work at 1Password means working from your home country.
- How does 1Password approach compensation for this role?
- Compensation is based on fair market value and internal equity, commensurate with experience and skill set. For USA-based roles, the salary range is $190,000 - $258,000 USD. For Canada-based roles, the range is $172,000 - $232,000 CAD. Both include benefits, PTO, and an equity grant.
- What is 1Password's culture like, and who would thrive in this role?
- 1Password values collaboration, clear communication, honesty, and putting people first. This role is ideal for individuals who are proven experts, adaptable, thrive in ambiguity, are curious, and driven to deliver results in a fast-paced, demanding environment. It's not suited for those seeking a comfortable routine.
- How does 1Password utilize AI in its products and operations?
- 1Password thoughtfully integrates AI across its software and product development lifecycle, using AI-assisted coding tools, for large-scale user research synthesis, and for rapid prototyping. They approach AI with clear principles, human accountability, and rigorous evaluation.
- Does 1Password use AI in its hiring process?
- Yes, 1Password uses AI and ML for initial application screening and to improve the recruitment process. Candidates can opt out of AI/ML assessment if they prefer.
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