Explore the emerging field of privacy engineering through a comprehensive conference talk that delves into the findings of interviews with 14 privacy engineering professionals. Gain insights into the diverse responsibilities, tasks, and competencies required in this pivotal role. Discover how privacy engineers employ privacy and security standards, navigate complex organizational relationships, and focus on legal compliance frameworks such as GDPR and COPPA. Learn about the challenges and opportunities in this growing career path, including the need for increased standardization. Understand the current state of privacy engineering and its potential for expansion and refinement in addressing critical data privacy concerns across various organizations.