Senior Technical Risk Analyst (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Technical Risk Analyst (Fintech): Executing brokerage risk management programs including technical risk assessments, governance, and automation support with an accent on cross-functional collaboration and data-driven risk mitigation. Focus on embedding real-time controls into operational workflows and leveraging AI-assisted tooling to streamline risk governance.

Location: Must be based in Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Lake Mary, FL; or New York, NY with in-person attendance required at least 3 days per week.

Salary: $99,000 – $150,000 USD (based on location zone).

Company

A mission-driven fintech company democratizing finance through innovative technology and high-performing teams.

What you will do

• Orchestrate end-to-end technical risk assessments and facilitate discussions with engineering leadership.
• Coordinate the Issue Management Program including triage, escalation, and reporting.
• Maintain GRC system administration and synthesize complex risk data for leadership.
• Drive accountability across a matrixed organization to ensure risks are addressed pragmatically.
• Contribute to automation goals to implement real-time controls and streamline workflows.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience in risk management, broker-dealer, RIA, or fintech fields.
• Technical fluency in SQL and Python scripting.
• Experience with GRC tooling and data dashboarding (e.g., Superset, Jira).
• Familiarity with SDLC and progressive deployment concepts.
• Understanding of brokerage regulations such as FINRA, SEC, and CFTC.
• Experience with AI-assisted risk tooling or agentic workflows.

Culture & Benefits

• Performance-driven compensation including bonus programs and equity ownership.
• 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents.
• Lifestyle wallet for wellness and learning expenses.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance, fertility, and mental health benefits.
• Generous time off including holidays, PTO, and parental leave.