About Altruist

Altruist is the modern custodian built exclusively for independent financial advisors that combines a self-clearing brokerage firm with intuitive software for account opening, trading, reporting, and billing — all in one streamlined solution. Financial advisors across the U.S. have partnered with Altruist to reduce costs, save time, grow their business, and provide better outcomes for their clients. Our mission is to make financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone — butwe can’t do it alone. We’re seeking exceptional talent to join our team. That’s where you come in!

If you’re passionate about challenging the status quo and making a meaningful impact in the financial advice industry, we’d love to meet you!

But first, our values

Kindness - Kindness doesn’t just equal niceness. We listen to understand. We embrace, and encourage healthy debate and diverse perspectives. We approach conflict openly, honestly, and respectfully.

Brilliance - Humility is the skill we’re most proud of and possessing a growth mindset is always top of mind. We take ownership in everything we touch; regularly using our unique superpowers to reach a common goal as a team. We succeed and fail as one.

Grit - When challenges arise, we stay laser focused on achieving our mission and finding a way forward, even when it’s hard. We are nimble and maintain a sense of urgency, swiftly adapting to change and overcoming obstacles.

The opportunity

Altruist is in the midst of an exceptional growth phase and we’re excited to hire a Staff Security Engineer to join our growing Security Engineering team.

Your impact

Design and implement security controls, tools, and services to enhance the security posture of products and underlying infrastructure
Perform technical security assessments, code reviews, and vulnerability testing to identify and mitigate risks in software products
Work closely with software engineers to proactively identify and resolve security flaws and vulnerabilities during the development process
Engage in threat modeling to anticipate potential security threats and develop strategies to mitigate them
Review software designs and implementations to ensure adherence to security best practices and compliance requirements
Create and manage tools to collect and process security data, facilitating the detection and response to security incidents
Offer security guidance and support to engineers and support staff, promoting secure operational practices
Actively monitor systems for attacks and intrusions, responding promptly to security incidents
Educate and train development teams on secure coding practices and emerging security threats
Keep abreast of the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and technologies to continuously improve security measures

What you bring

Experience - 6+ years of experience working as a Security Engineer; at a B2B financial services, fintech, or SaaS organization

6+ years of experience in information security, especially application security, product security, and/or security partnerships
Extensive experience with security assessments, security design reviews, or threat modeling
Proven track record of working and securing products built and hosted in AWS
Strong hands-on experience working with orchestrators such as Kubernetes and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Deep understanding of the software development process and a desire to find bottlenecks and propose improvements
Ability to work with engineers to balance security risks, customer privacy, and business requirements
Strong ability to work independently

Education - Ideally looking for a B.A. / B.S. degree in relevant fields such as Computer Science or Computer Engineering or Information Security
Technical aptitude - You’re technologically savvy and can easily get up to speed on modern tech stacks (i.e., Java, Spring, Terraform, Kubernetes, etc.)
Ownership - The pride you put into every aspect of your work is unparalleled and undeniable
Superb communication - Intentional dialogue is a superpower. You listen as well as you share your perspective with others.
Resilience - We’re inspired by your unwavering determination to achieve success, no matter the adversity you face along the way
Assurance - Your confidence is brilliant, yet ego-less. You possess a strong knowledge base, the ability to discover the unknown, and are open to differing perspectives
Creative problem solving - Identifying the problem is simply not enough. You’re instinctually creative with your approach in finding solutions to roadblocks

Bonus points if you bring

Practiced Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
Domain knowledge of brokerage platforms and financial services
General knowledge or working experience or involvement with Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI)
Industry-recognized Security or AWS Cloud certifications (e.g., Amazon Certified Security, SANS, CISSP, Security+, etc.)

Los Angeles, CA salary range

$180,000—$226,000 USD

What we bring

Attracting and retaining top-tier talent is a priority. We are proud of the culture we’ve built and are cognizant of the ever-changing professional landscape. Our dynamic offering of perks and benefits are tailored for you to feel your best while doing your best. Please note that perks and benefits are only applicable for full-time staff employment opportunities.

A hybrid work schedule to promote strong, in-person collaboration and a healthy work-life-balance.
Stunning, amenity-filled office spaces in Culver City, CA and Dallas, TX. Our offices are intentionally designed for comfort, collaboration, and productivity. Employees get to enjoy free parking and EV charging, cold-brew and kombucha on tap, a fully stocked pantry with snacks, etc.
Competitive salary and equity packages
Premium healthcare, dental, and vision insurance plans
401k savings plan with matching contributions and immediate vesting
Flexible PTO so you can satisfy your passions outside of work
Generous paid parental leave
Professional growth and development opportunities including an employee mobility program and an annual L&D budget allocation for each employee
Physical and emotional wellness programs that nurture both your mind and body
Company perks program (includes discounts on pet insurance, fitness, cell phone plans, entertainment and travel, etc.)
Financial guidance program (includes counseling on navigating debt, tracking personal spend, saving and planning goals, home-purchasing preparedness, etc.)

Total compensation includes a competitive benefits package along with equity in the form of Stock Options (ISOs). A salary offer will be determined by a number of factors including experience, skill level, internal pay equity, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. We review all employee pay and compensation programs regularly to ensure fair, equitable, and competitive pay. At Altruist, we are committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation by leveraging market data to inform our pay bands. Base salaries will be reviewed at regular intervals throughout the year, typically in conjunction with performance review cycles. By evaluating compensation on a regular basis, we are able to reward high performance and ensure all employees have opportunities for growth.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Altruist we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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