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Software Engineer III (Backend)
TomoCredit
Software Engineering
San Francisco, CA, USA
Posted on Jan 7, 2025
Who We Are
As seen on TechCrunch, Forbes, and Bloomberg, TomoCredit is one of the fastest-growing companies in FinTech, revolutionizing the credit system to open access to banking. Headquartered in San Francisco, our mission is to replace the outdated credit system and empower individuals to build their financial future.
We value passionate, down-to-earth, and driven individuals who fine-tune small details without losing sight of the big picture. We’re looking for team members who approach obstacles as exciting challenges requiring creative solutions. If you’re a self-starter with a high degree of rigor, organization, and discipline—and take pride in your work—we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
We’re seeking a Senior Software Backend Engineer (Software Engineer III) to join our small, dynamic team and play a key role in building innovative financial products. As an early team member, you’ll take ownership of projects from concept to completion, drive technical decisions, and contribute to the growth of our technology stack. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a product that will directly impact millions of users.
At TomoCredit, we believe in empowering our team members to grow their careers. As part of our team, you’ll have access to mentorship from seasoned FinTech executives and opportunities to take on increasing responsibilities as the company scales. We encourage career development and provide the resources needed to help you succeed.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Collaborate with design and product teams to define and launch new features.
- Take end-to-end ownership of backend projects, ensuring scalability and high performance.
- Design, build, and maintain robust APIs.
- Leverage AWS services to create robust, cloud-based solutions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.
- Partner with the support team to address technical challenges and enhance the user experience.
- Conduct thorough QA testing to ensure high-quality releases.
What You’ll Need
Professional Experience:
- 3–5 years of experience working with Node.js.
- Proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript.
- Expertise in SQL databases, particularly Postgres or Redshift.
- Experience designing, building, and maintaining RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
- Hands-on experience leveraging AWS services such as EC2, EBS, RDS, CloudWatch, and Lambda.
- Demonstrated expertise in managing asynchronous processes and implementing messaging queues.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Key Skills and Attributes:
- Strong analytical skills for diagnosing and debugging complex technical issues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships and integrations with technology partners.
- Passion for continuous learning and adopting new tools, technologies, and skills.
- Creativity and the ability to think outside the box.
- Enthusiasm for building innovative, cutting-edge products.
Bonus Qualifications:
- Experience in fintech or a deep understanding of financial technology.
- Familiarity with front-end or mobile development, especially using frameworks like React or React Native, is a significant advantage and highly valued for this role.
Why TomoCredit?
Join a team where your work makes a significant impact on the future of credit and banking. At TomoCredit, you’ll collaborate with seasoned FinTech executives from Square, Lending Club, and American Express. We’re committed to fostering a culture where people love what they do and the team they work with. Here’s what we offer:
- Competitive Salary: Reflecting your skills and experience.
- Equity: We share our success with our employees through ownership stakes.
- Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Flexible Vacation Policy: We trust you to manage your time wisely to prevent burnout.
- Career Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of mentorship from seasoned professionals and expand your role as TomoCredit grows.
- Company-Sponsored Outings: Build meaningful relationships with your team outside of work.
Commitment to Diversity
At TomoCredit, diversity and inclusion are core to our values. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Join us in reshaping the credit landscape and empowering millions to build a stronger financial future!