Security Engineer II

Human Interest is on a mission to ensure that people in all lines of work have access to retirement benefits.


More than half of all working Americans are not saving enough for their future. Too often, it's because they are employed by a company that doesn't offer a retirement plan. Human Interest is changing that by making it affordable and accessible for small and medium-sized businesses to offer employees a path to financial independence through retirement savings.

We're a high-growth fintech company changing the retirement industry. We are backed by a number of investors. This includes funding from Marshall Wace and Baillie Gifford, as well as top investors such as BlackRock, TPG (The Rise Fund), SoftBank, Glynn Capital, NewView Capital, USVP, Wing, Uncork, and more.

About the role

In this role, you'll partner with other technology teams to design and implement secure software and practices. You'll also collaborate with product and other business stakeholders to establish and improve existing security controls.

About the team

The security engineering team is building tooling and processes to automate detection and mitigation of cybersecurity threats. In this role, you'll partner with other technology teams to design and implement secure software and practices. You'll also collaborate with product and other business stakeholders to establish and improve existing security controls.

What you get to do every day

You are passionate about building practical solutions to securely deliver code at every stage of the software development lifecycle. You have a deep understanding of software engineering and security fundamentals and want to empower others to understand the importance of security. You have a track record of efficiently delivering projects that elevate the security posture of your organization. You have a strong interest in generative AI tooling and applying their use safely.

• Build practical controls to improve the effectiveness and robustness of our engineering team
• Foster a DevSecOps culture through education, automation, and tooling.
• Secure our SDLC process through automation
• Implement checks in pipeline
• Perform security reviews of application code
• Take part in team on call rotation for security events and monitoring alerts
• Advocate and educate security best practices
• Create tooling and automation to efficiently respond to security events
• Partner with stakeholders to respond and mitigate security threats

What you bring to the role

• Consistent track record of securing application services and cloud infrastructure
• Proficient coding ability in at least one modern programming language. E.g.Typescript/Javascript, Ruby, Java, Python, Golang
• Practical experience securing cloud environments.
• Strong communication skills: you can easily discuss complex technical concepts with both engineers and non-engineers.
• Strong ownership and bias for action: You love to roll up your sleeves. You are proactive, drive projects from start to finish, and lead cross-functional projects, while keeping stakeholders informed.
• Leader and Mentor: You are a recognized leader in your areas of responsibility, and enjoy sharing knowledge and mentoring others.
• Operational Excellence: you raise the bar on the quality of the software and infrastructure that you work on.

Nice to have:

• Ability to secure AI tooling in a regulated environment
• Familiarity with securing Node.js and GraphQL
• Applied knowledge of a threat modeling framework like STRIDE or MITRE
• Experience performing security testing for cloud hosted applications
• Direct experience participating in or leading threat detection and response

Why you will love working at Human Interest

Human Interest is tackling one of our country's biggest challenges - closing the retirement gap. You'll be instrumental in architecting and scaling solutions that bring financial security to employees at small and medium-sized businesses nationwide. We've made significant progress, but there is still growth ahead, offering you a unique opportunity to solve complex problems, drive innovation, and advance your career alongside a dedicated, mission-driven team. We value hard work and recognize that our team's contributions are key to our continued success.

Join Human Interest and make a lasting impact by shaping the future of retirement.

Our operating principles define how we work together as a team. They reflect Human Interest's unique view on what's important and what's right. Documenting this core aspect of our culture helps employees make good decisions on their own. It also helps candidates considering career opportunities critically evaluate whether they will thrive at Human Interest.

• Customer obsession : We're all about creating amazing experiences for our customers. We put their needs first and go the extra mile to make them smile.
• Long-Term Orientation : We're not just playing for today; we're building a legacy. We think big, plan strategically, and invest in our future.
• Autonomous and Accountable Teams : We trust our team members to take ownership and make smart decisions. We empower you to be your best self!
• An Escalating Bar for Talent and Performance : We're constantly raising the bar and challenging ourselves to be better. We believe in growth and continuous improvement.
• Fundamental Optimism : We see the glass as half full (and then we fill it up with more amazing ideas!). We believe in the power of positivity and the potential for greatness.

Compensation - At Human Interest, there are a number of factors that are used to determine the appropriate pay range for each position. We take into account the cost of labor for each position in various markets across the U.S. The base salary for this position spans $150,000 - $200,000 and represents the minimum in our lowest geographic region to a maximumin our highest geographic region. The salary we offer to a new employee within this range is based on their location within the U.S., their relevant job-related skills, and experience. At Human Interest, base salary is one component of the overall total rewards package. Depending on the position, additional compensation components such as bonuses, commissions, and equity may be offered. All of our employees are offered a robust suite of physical, financial, and mental wellness benefits. In compliance with applicable laws, we do not inquire about salary history, or about criminal history prior to a conditional offer of employment.

Benefits -

• A great 401(k) plan: Our own! Our 401(k) includes a dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4% of compensation (immediately vested) and $0 plan fees
• Top-of-the-line health plans, as well as dental and vision insurance
• Competitive time off and parental leave
• Addition Wealth: Unlimited access to digital tools, financial professionals, and a knowledge center to help you understand your equity and support your financial wellness
• Lyra: Enhanced Mental Health Support for Employees and dependents
• Carrot: Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits
• Candidly: Student loan resource to help you and your family plan, borrow, and repay student debt
• Monthly work-from-home stipend; quarterly lifestyle stipend
• Engaging team-building experiences, ranging from virtual social events to team offsites, promoting collaboration and camaraderie.

We're a great place to work (but don't take our word for it)


Here's a list of our awards and accolades:

• Certified as a Great Place To Work® (2023-2025)
• Fortune Best Place to Work in the Bay Area (2024)
• Best Places to Work by Built In (2023-2024)
• America's Best Startup Employers by Forbes (2020-2022, 2024)
• A Top Company by Y Combinator (2020-2023)
• Inc. Fastest Growing Companies (2021)

Human Interest is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran or military status, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local laws. Employment with Human Interest is at-will, meaning either you or the company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, except as otherwise provided by law or written agreement.

We are committed to making every stage of our application process fully accessible to all individuals. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the process, please let us know at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Protect yourself against fraud and identity theft . Apply to our open positions directly via our careers page on Greenhouse. Human Interest will never ask applicants for their financial or banking information as part of our application process. All legitimate communication will come from a @humaninterest.com email address. If you have questions, please reach out to us directly at View email address on click.appcast.io

Please note Human Interest does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. We will not consider resumes from vendors, including and without limitation search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies.


Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We comply with CCPA guidelines.

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