Remote Staff Software Engineer (R11500)

Description:

• The Staff Software Engineer will be responsible for creating and influencing innovative solutions that meet functional, performance, scalability, and reliability requirements.
• This role involves contributing to defining the roadmap and translating complex functional and technical requirements into detailed execution plans and schedules.
• The engineer will manage the day-to-day activities of the engineering team by defining, implementing, and maintaining a coherent development strategy for the product line.
• The position requires championing engineering and operations, establishing metrics and processes for regular assessment and improvement.
• The engineer will provide technical and thought leadership to team members and manage departmental resources and staffing.
• The role includes enhancing and maintaining a best-in-class engineering team while establishing strong lines of communication at all levels.
• The engineer will evolve the software engineering practice within the organization, including better reporting, tools, and development methodology.
• Responsibilities also include building an effective development organization, conducting performance reviews, and providing continuous feedback to team members.
• The engineer will drive technical discovery through collaboration with engineers and implement software alongside team members.
• Close collaboration with Product, Design, and QA is required to iterate on design, implementation, deployment, and monitoring of the product.
• The engineer will create and execute quality plans, project plans, test strategies, and processes for development activities to achieve OKRs.
• The role demands the delivery of quality applications on-time and on-budget while promoting a positive engineering culture of excellence.
• Proactively identifying risks and unblocking teams is also a key responsibility.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 10+ years of related experience is typically required, along with a Bachelor's degree; or a Master's degree with an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions in a timely manner is essential.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a passion for tackling complex technical challenges, are required.
• A solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles is necessary.
• Strong proficiency in Java, Microservices, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, RESTful APIs, and Hibernate is required.
• Experience with relational databases like MySQL, MariaDB, and SQL is necessary.
• Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git, is required.
• Experience in frontend technologies, specifically ReactJS, React Native, and NextJS, is necessary.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• The ability to work independently with minimal help is essential.
• A strong ability to quickly learn new technologies and apply them as needed is required.
• Strong unit and integration testing skills are necessary.

Benefits:

• Employees will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by contributing to solutions that address real-world financial challenges for underserved communities.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovation and diversity is offered.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development through mentorship and training are available.
• A competitive compensation package, including benefits and potential for performance-based incentives, is provided.
• Employees can achieve work-life balance and flexibility to support their personal and professional well-being.