Staff Automation Engineer (Fintech)

TL;DR

Staff Automation Engineer (Python/Fintech): Designing and building scalable internal tools and backend services to optimize delivery workflows with an accent on engineering productivity and platform reliability. Focus on refactoring legacy systems, integrating AI/LLM capabilities, and architecting automated solutions to reduce manual effort.

Location: Hybrid (Austin, TX). Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. (No visa sponsorship available).

Company

hirify.global is a leading provider of digital banking and lending solutions for financial institutions in the U.S. and internationally.

What you will do

• Design and build automation solutions and internal tools to streamline delivery workflows and reduce manual effort.
• Lead the refactoring and modernization of legacy systems to improve scalability, maintainability, and performance.
• Architect and develop backend services, APIs, and data workflows supporting platform capabilities.
• Integrate AI/LLM-based capabilities to enhance automation, troubleshooting, and developer productivity.
• Perform deep root-cause analysis of complex production issues and implement systemic, long-term fixes.
• Mentor engineers and promote best practices in code quality, system design, and scalable engineering patterns.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering focusing on backend systems, automation, or platform development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Proven experience building automation tools, internal platforms, or developer productivity solutions.
• Deep expertise in debugging, troubleshooting, and performance tuning of production systems.
• Experience designing and working with APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Fluent written and oral English communication.

Nice to have

• Exposure to AI/LLM-based tooling, including prompt-driven automation or agentic workflows.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with ETL pipelines and data processing systems.
• Knowledge of front-end frameworks such as Vue, Angular, or React.
• Domain experience in the banking industry.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work opportunities and flexible time off.
• Competitive health insurance and generous paid parental leave for eligible parents.
• Career development, mentorship programs, and internal mobility opportunities.
• Employee peer recognition programs and community volunteering through the Spark Program.
• Supportive and inclusive environment focusing on collaboration and wellness.