Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Identity Data)

This is a Fully Remote Job
About Our Client:
The organization operates within the financial technology sector, focusing on providing consumers with transparent, predictable payment options without hidden fees or compromises. It addresses challenges in consumer onboarding and authentication across multiple product platforms, aiming to deliver secure and efficient verification processes.
About the Opportunity:
The SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER, BACKEND (IDENTITY DATA) is responsible for leading and delivering critical backend systems that support consumer onboarding and authentication journeys. This role involves managing team goals, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensuring high availability and low latency of essential systems. The position is pivotal in maintaining system reliability and driving technical excellence within the team.
Responsibilities:
Own and deliver quarterly goals for the team.
Lead engineers in solving complex, ambiguous problems.
Collaborate with product management, design, and analytics in the product development lifecycle.
Identify and address project, process, technology, or business issues.
Monitor system metrics and support operational availability, including on-call efforts.
Promote a culture of quality and ownership through code review and design standards.
Provide feedback and mentorship to develop team talent.
Requirements:
4+ years of experience designing, developing, and launching backend systems at scale using Python or Kotlin.
Experience with highly available distributed systems using AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes.
Ability to define technical plans with elegant, simple, and extensible designs.
Proficiency in making significant changes in large codebases safely.
Proactive ownership of personal growth with feedback from multiple sources.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for global collaboration.
Equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Pay Range and Compensation Package:
USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $195,000 - $255,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $173,000 - $233,000
Compensation includes base pay, equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness, and tech spending, and benefits with 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental, and vision for employees and dependents.
Benefits & Perks:
Health coverage at no cost for employees and dependents.
Monthly stipends for technology setup and health and wellness options.
Flexible time off and generous holiday schedules.
Employee stock purchase plan allowing discounted stock purchases.
Remote-first work with flexibility and occasional in-person onboarding.
Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
Note:
TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.

Work arrangement
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