About the job
At Engine by Starling, we prioritize security as a vital component of our engineering practice. As a Senior Cloud Security Engineer, you will play a critical role in shaping the security architecture of our multi-tenant core banking platform. Your responsibilities will include writing code, automating security defenses, and ensuring our infrastructure across AWS and GCP is secure by design and compliant by default.
Your Mission
In this dynamic role, you will lead initiatives to strengthen both our infrastructure and application platforms. You'll tackle complex security challenges through code, focusing on three key areas:
- Identity & Network Security: Develop robust IAM controls and implement zero-trust network architectures. You will refine edge-defense strategies ensuring every request is validated and encrypted.
- Unified Vulnerability Orchestration: Create a custom dashboard for security data by engineering API integrations between scanning tools, dependency trackers, and internal portals to establish a streamlined, automated vulnerability ecosystem.
- Compliance as Code: Align technical execution with regulatory requirements. Build automated systems that deliver real-time evidence for compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001 & PCI, reducing manual overhead.
Your Team
You will be a vital member of our expanding Security Engineering team, collaborating closely with our Infrastructure, Cross-Cutting, Information Security, and GRC teams. At Engine, we believe security should be integral to every technical process, not an afterthought. You will work collaboratively with engineers across the organization to create a resilient platform against evolving threats.
About You
We are seeking experienced Cloud Security Engineers, but we also welcome talented Software Engineers with strong programming skills who are eager to apply their expertise to security challenges. Engine engineers are driven by impact and high-quality outcomes, irrespective of their original tech stack. Whether you are a security specialist or a developer with a

