Staff Software Engineer, Backend

Overview

As a Staff Software Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our platform, designing and building the core systems that power our financial products. You’ll have the opportunity to architect scalable infrastructure, drive technical direction, and work on products from the ground up. This is a rare chance to join a fast-growing fintech startup where your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on both the company and the financial well-being of our users.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience designing, building, and scaling high-performance backend systems in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Expertise in architecting and productionizing large-scale distributed systems.
• Comfortable working across multiple technical areas and collaborating with frontend/mobile teams.
• Passion for tackling complex challenges with structured thinking and analytical rigor. Ability to break down intricate systems, identify flaws, and implement scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions.
• Thrives in a fast-moving, iterative environment with a bias for action. Excited to take full ownership of projects, drive impact, and work cross-functionally with product, design, and engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of data privacy, compliance, and secure coding practices. Experience with designing resilient and reliable systems that meet high security and regulatory standards.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with products related to lending, credit cards, payments, or other financial services.
• Familiarity with mobile app ecosystems and financial technology.

Benefits And Perks

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents on your first day of employment.
• Receive up to $100 per month in fitness reimbursement or enjoy a complimentary full membership to LifeTime Fitness or Equinox.
• 401(k) with a 3.5% match and immediate vesting.
• Meal program available for both lunch and dinner.
• Pre-tax benefits, including a $1,000 HSA match.
• Life and accidental insurance.
• Flexible PTO.

Pay

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total compensation and rewards package at Credit Genie. You may also be eligible to participate in the bonus and equity programs. You will also have access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, short & long term disability insurance, life insurance, and flexible PTO along with many other benefits and perks.

Schedule

We expect employees to be in the office five days a week, allowing for optimal collaboration, inclusivity, and productivity. However, we recognize the importance of flexibility and are committed to supporting our employees when circumstances arise that require remote work or adjusted schedules.