Backend Software Engineer (Fintech)

TL;DR

Backend Software Engineer (Fintech): Building and scaling backend systems for credit card and money movement products with an accent on reliability, performance, and secure payment infrastructure. Focus on designing high-throughput services, solving complex distributed systems challenges, and integrating with financial partners.

Location: Must be based in Bellevue, WA, Menlo Park, CA, or New York, NY (in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week).

Salary: $130,000 - $195,000 USD (depending on location zone)

Company

A financial services company on a mission to democratize finance for all by building an elite platform for the next generation of wealth transfer.

What you will do

• Build and launch major new features for flagship credit card and money offerings.
• Solve complex engineering challenges related to scaling distributed systems and ensuring performance.
• Design secure, high-throughput services supporting millions of users.
• Integrate backend systems with world-class financial partners.
• Collaborate with high-performing engineering teams to shape the technical backbone of money movement.

Requirements

• Track record of designing, building, and shipping highly scalable and secure systems.
• Experience with distributed systems, backend engineering, or platform development in high-growth environments.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with execution and thoughtful trade-offs.
• Must be based in or able to commute to offices in Bellevue, WA, Menlo Park, CA, or New York, NY.

Culture & Benefits

• Performance-driven compensation including bonuses and equity ownership.
• Comprehensive health coverage with 100% paid health insurance for employees.
• 401(k) matching and employer-paid life, disability, and fertility benefits.
• Flexible lifestyle wallet for wellness, learning, and personal development.
• Generous time off including paid parental leave, sick time, and company holidays.
• High-end office experience with catered meals and community events.