Meet Upside:
We created Upside to transform brick-and-mortar commerce. Our technology uses the sophistication of online retail—profit measurement, attribution, and incrementality—to provide users with more value on their everyday purchases and brick-and-mortar businesses with new, profitable customers. We’ve helped millions of users earn 2 to 3 times more cashback than any other product, and hundreds of thousands of brick-and-mortar businesses earn measurable profit. Billions of dollars in commerce run through the Upside platform every year, and that value goes directly back to our retailer partners, the consumers they serve, and important sustainability initiatives.
The Impact You’ll Make:
You’ll report into the Director, Information Security and build relationships with technology stakeholders. You’ll leverage your knowledge of cloud security best practice and payment systems to identify and remediate cloud vulnerabilities. This individual contributor role will innovate for our Cloud Security team, increase our Cloud Security posture and enable our engineers to code safely.
What you’ll do:
Innovate with AI and deliver security solutions to mitigate infrastructure vulnerabilities
Codify IAC compliance standards in Terraform, Python and/or OPA
Run IAC security scans and partner with engineers to fix unsafe code
Engage technology teams to review, document and communicate risks
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other security engineers
Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards
Interact with the security community and keep aware of trends
What you need:
6+ years of cloud security inclusive of fixing code in Terraform, Python or Java
Deep knowledge of AWS and Lambda security architecture and AWS Control Tower
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering highly preferred
Willingness to learn, adapt, fail and grow (professional growth mindset)
Strong understanding and adoption of AI technologies
Background in DevSecOps and Network Engineering preferred
Exceptional customer service and people skills
Our technology stack:
Github Suite (Advanced Security, Actions, Copilot)
Python
Terraform
AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, SNS, SQS, IAM, VPCs
ChatGPT
Snowflake
SQL
Location:
This hybrid role is based in our Austin, Chicago, DC, or NYC office. In-office attendance is required on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday and may increase based on project-based needs and changes to Upside’s in-office policy over time.
Compensation:
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $165,000 - $185,000 + equity + benefits. The final starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
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Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day 1
Equity (ISOs)
401(k) program
Family planning programs + paid parental leave
Physical fitness and wellness memberships
Emotional and mental health support programs
Unlimited PTO + 10 paid federal holidays + our annual, week-long Winter Break
Flexible work environment
Lunch reimbursement for in-office employees
Employee Resource Groups
Learning and Development stipend
Transparent culture
Amazing mission!
Diversity and Inclusion:
Diversity drives innovation, and our differences make us stronger. We‘re passionate about building a workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives, and we do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Everyone is welcome here!
If there's anything we can do to support a disability or special need during your application or interview process, please email [email protected].
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Notice To Recruiters And Placement Agencies:
This is an in-house search with a dedicated recruiter. Please do not submit resumes to any person or email address at Upside. Upside is not liable for, and will not pay, placement fees for candidates submitted by any party or agency other than its approved recruitment partners.
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What We Do
Upside is a technology company that increases the financial power of people and businesses in the real world. Our technology has helped millions of people get more purchasing power on the things they need, and tens of thousands of brick-and-mortar businesses earn measurable profit. Billions of dollars in commerce run through the Upside platform every year, and that value goes directly back to our retailers, the consumers they serve, and towards important sustainability initiatives.
Why Work With Us
We proactively apply our company values in everything we do, so that we develop thoughtful leaders, create inclusive spaces, and develop creative solutions for our communities inside and outside the office.
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Upside Offices
Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
