Millions of people across Europe are looking for better ways to build long-term wealth. We're building the platform that makes it possible. Currently we are on a journey obtain a banking license from the European Central Bank (ECB) that will open new possibilities and help us build even more trust, which is key to long-term wealth building.

If you’re excited about making investing more accessible, we'd love to hear from you.

As our Cloud Security Engineer, you'll strengthen and protect our information systems and help us keep our platform secure and resilient as we grow to millions of investors.

Do you enjoy diving deep into the technical side of cybersecurity and designing secure infrastructure while also ensuring that systems and processes meet regulatory requirements? If you're a proactive problem-solver with strong technical skills and a solid grasp of industry standards and regulations, this role could be the next step in your career.

If this is the kind of problem you want to solve, let's talk.

What you'll do

As our Cloud Security Engineer, you'll focus on the technical aspects of our information system security, improving defences and security monitoring, detecting and addressing vulnerabilities, and responding to incidents, while ensuring alignment with relevant security regulations and standards. You'll work closely with Engineering, Product, and Risk teams to keep our platform secure and compliant as we scale.

You will:

• Build and improve security management infrastructure and tools (AWS, CI/CD, Google WS, MS365)

• Perform deep-dive technical risk assessments

• Automate security monitoring and reporting (secret scanning, application/container scanning, etc.) and introduce or enhance security practices (e.g. vulnerability management and threat modelling)

• Implement and manage tools for automated secure development practices

• Advise teams on selecting, implementing, and configuring relevant IT security tools to meet best-practice standards

• Actively participate in incident response: detection, containment, investigation, and recovery

• Investigate alerts and incidents, refine detection rules, and drive continuous improvement

• Facilitate security awareness through training, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration

Your professional skills and background

Must-haves

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, system and network management, compliance, or related roles (experience in a regulated company within the financial services industry is a bonus)

• Hands-on experience with key AWS services (e.g., IAM, VPC, CloudWatch)

• Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, Ruby, Go, Java)

• Strong communication skills in English and Latvian, both written and spoken

• Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and take initiative

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with automation and configuration management tools, including Terraform, Ansible, or similar

• Good knowledge of relevant security standards and laws (e.g., CIS, OWASP, GDPR); knowledge of regulations related to the financial services industry (e.g., DORA) will be a bonus; relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security, Security+, CEH) will be a bonus

What we offer

💸Competitive salary and stock options. Your experience and contribution matter, and we reflect that in fair compensation. You'll also receive equity so you can share in the value you help create.

🤹Flexibility that fits real life. We understand how important it is to stay connected with colleagues while having the opportunities to work remotely. Come to the office to collaborate and be productive side by side, work from home when you need to, and spend up to three months each year working from another country.

🌴Generous vacation policy. Rest and recovery are essential. We don't limit vacation to the minimum required by law. Take the time you need to recharge and come back refreshed.

🧠Learning and growth. An annual €1,200 learning budget to support your professional and personal growth. Whether you want to explore something new or deepen your expertise, we'll support you along the way.

☕Very well equipped office. Comfortable environment matters. When in the office, enjoy the parking, showers, kitchen with snacks and drinks, massage chair, nap room and others.

Proud to be recognized for fairness

Mintos was recognized by Figure Baltic Advisory for fairness and equality in compensation and representation, achieving 3rd place in 2025.

International team of 170+ people from 17+ countries

Join a diverse team where different perspectives and experiences are valued. We work across Europe, share ideas openly, and collaborate to solve meaningful challenges together.

Mintos is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to building a diverse team and creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. If you need accommodations during the interview process, contact us at people@mintos.com.