Technology Audit Lead

Job Description:

At Remitly, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access, move, and manage their money wherever life takes them. Since 2011, we’ve tirelessly delivered on our promise to customers sending money globally, providing secure, simple, and reliable ways to manage their money, ensuring true peace of mind. Whether it’s supporting loved ones back home, growing a business across continents, or pursuing new opportunities abroad, we’re not just here to move money— we’re here to move our global customers forward.
We’re looking for builders, reimaginers, and global thinkers who want to work at the intersection of technology, trust, and transformation. If that’s you and you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career—we invite you to join over 2,800 passionate Remitlians worldwide who are united by our vision to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders.

Remitly has a global footprint which will continue expanding to meet customer-centric needs and transcend borders. To ensure delivery of accurate and timely audits, a consolidated audit management program that brings many existing workstreams together into one distinct output that succinctly defends an innovative cloud-first mindset with the rigor and support expected from a trusted brand.

You will report to the head of technology compliance inside the Information Security department, with substantial oversight provided by Global Internal Audit. Successful execution will require close partnership with external auditors, regulators, counsel, and internal process owners.

You Will:

• Have knowledge of global technology standards and certifications specific to Security, Privacy, and of other regulatory structures which may incorporate these areas.
• Have working knowledge of cloud-native technology functions and be able to function on behalf of internal stakeholders to represent those functions as necessary.
• Bring strong project and program management skills to bear in ensuring timely delivery of audit materials, coordination of interviews and evidence, and managing findings.
• Prepare content that explains Remitly programs and technology compliance from highest process level down to technical specifics against multiple audit standards.
• Track and report status of findings, remediations, and observations to ensure that all technology risks are addressed sufficient to reduce recurrence while maintaining velocity.

You Have:

• 4+ years of information security and technology auditing experience as lead.
• Demonstrated skill at creating and representing strong positions in adversarial settings.
• Direct experience with financial regulators and industry audit practices.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of identifying blockers and driving effective solutions in dynamic environments.
• Experience with industry standards and frameworks such as PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, and HIPAA is highly preferred.

Compensation Details. The starting base salary range for this position is typically The starting base salary range for this position is typically $144,000-$180,000. In the U.S., Remitly employees are shareholders in our Company and equity is part of our total compensation plan. Your recruiter can share more information about medical benefits offered, as well as other financial benefits and total compensation components offered with this role.. In the U.S., Remitly employees are shareholders in our Company and equity is part of our total compensation plan. Your recruiter can share more information about medical benefits offered, as well as other financial benefits and total compensation components offered with this role.

Our Benefits:

• Flexible paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision + 401k plan with company matching
• Paid parental, medical, military and family care leave
• Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Continuing education and travel benefits

Our Connected Work Culture: Driving Innovation, Together

At Remitly, we believe that true innovation sparks when we come together. Our Connected Work Culture fosters dynamic in-person collaboration, where ideas ignite and challenging problems find solutions faster. For corporate team members, we have an in-office expectation of at least 50% of the time monthly, typically achieved by coming in three days a week. This creates a consistent, meaningful overlap that supports team norms and business needs. Managers also have the flexibility to set higher expectations based on their team's specific needs. These intentional in-office moments are vital for deepening relationships, fueling creativity, and ensuring your impact is felt where it matters most.

Remitly is an E-Verify Employer

At Remitly, we are dedicated to ensuring that our workplace offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates, in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.