Staff Application Security Engineer (Security)
PhantomFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Wealthsimple is on a mission to help everyone achieve financial freedom by reimagining what it means to manage your money. Using smart technology, we take financial services that are often confusing, opaque and expensive and make them transparent and low-cost for everyone. We’re the largest fintech company in Canada, with over 4 million users who trust us with more than $70 billion in assets.
Our teams ship often and make an impact with groundbreaking ideas. We're looking for talented people who keep it simple and value collaboration and humility as we continue to create inclusive and high-performing teams where people can be inspired to do their best work.
As a Senior Penetration Tester you will plan engagements, find security vulnerabilities, and help us fix them. Your role also involves establishing rapport with leadership, as well as internal, consultant, and third-party teams to support our company’s cybersecurity posture and resiliency. You will report to the Senior Manager, Application Security and have a mandate to plan and execute secure code reviews, penetration tests, and other offensive security activities to improve Wealthsimple’s security.
This opportunity is a 3 month contract only.
We are looking for amazing people to join our team. If you think you are a great fit for the role but don’t hit every single requirement, consider reaching out anyway.
We value diverse educational and professional backgrounds. While the certifications and degrees listed above are preferred, equivalent practical experience and demonstrable skills are highly valued.
We’re a remote-first team, with over 1,000 employees coast to coast in Canada. Be a part of our Canadian success story and help shape the financial future of millions — join us!
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Digital platform for investing and financial management
Wealthsimple provides a range of financial tools that help individuals manage their money effectively. Their services include automated investing, where users can set up investment accounts that automatically adjust based on market conditions, and commission-free stock trading, allowing users to buy and sell stocks without paying fees. They also offer cryptocurrency investments for those interested in digital currencies and a straightforward tax filing service that is designed to be quick and user-friendly. Wealthsimple stands out from its competitors by focusing on young professionals and tech-savvy individuals, providing a digital platform that is easy to navigate and understand. The company's goal is to simplify financial management, making it accessible to everyone by using technology to create a more personal and approachable experience in finance.