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Backend Engineer

MoneyLion
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

MoneyLion is a leader in financial technology powering the next generation of personalized products and content, with a top consumer finance super app, a premier embedded finance platform for enterprise businesses and a world-class media arm. MoneyLion’s mission is to give everyone the power to make their best financial decisions. We pride ourselves on serving the many, not the few; providing confidence through guidance, choice, personalization; and shortening the distance to an informed action.

In our go-to money app for consumers, we deliver curated content on finance and related topics, through a tailored feed that engages people to learn and share. People take control of their finances with our innovative financial products and marketplace - including our full-fledged suite of features to save, borrow, spend, and invest - seamlessly bringing together the best offers and content from MoneyLion and our 1,100 Enterprise Partner network, together in one experience. MoneyLion’s enterprise technology provides the definitive search engine and marketplace for financial products, enabling any company to add embedded finance to their business, with advanced AI-backed data and tools through our platform and API. Established in 2013, MoneyLion connects millions of people with the financial products and content they need, when and where they need it.

About the Role

We are on the lookout for a skilled Senior Developer to join our dynamic team. The candidate will possess extensive experience in Java programming, a history of engineering and building integration with software solutions, and the capacity to guide and train fellow team members.

This role is located on-site 4 days a week at our headquarters in Chelsea, NYC.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient APIs that connect our backend systems to Customer Data Platforms, CRM, marketing channels, such AWS Connect, Kustomer, Iterable to support personalized customer experience.
  • Work closely with our CustOps team to leverage the customer data platform for enhanced data-driven decision making.
  • Implement secure data access and transfer protocols to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive data while establishing data connection for Customer Operations related automations.
  • Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define requirements, set timelines, and deliver high-quality technical solutions.

About You

  • Proven experience as a developer with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
  • Experience in backend development with a strong understanding of API design and management.
  • Experience with Java, AWS Lambda, and Python
  • Experience in any relational databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MSSQL.
  • Experience in ETL processes and distributed data management. Proficient in database technologies and adept at developing APIs that integrate multiple datasets and data schemas.
  • Experience in integrating with external APIs and building custom third party integrations.
  • Familiarity with cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their managed services.
  • Knowledge of best practices in data security and privacy.
  • Effective communication skills, including the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and influence decision-making at all levels of the organization.
  • Proven project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple initiatives concurrently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Technology stack we use

  • Java, Spring Boot, Nodejs, ES6, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS.
  • The annual base salary for the Backend Engineer is expected to be between $120,000 - $140,000. Base salary is one component of MoneyLion's total compensation package, which includes, 401(k) match, multiple health insurance options, disability coverage, life insurance, and unlimited paid time off for salaried positions. Actual salaries will vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and competencies related to the role.

    What We Value

    We value  growth-minded  and  collaborative  people with high  learning agility  who embody our core values of  teamwork, customer-first  and  innovation . Every member of the MoneyLion Team is passionate about fintech and ready to give 100% in helping us achieve our mission.

    Working At MoneyLion

    At MoneyLion, we want you to be well and thrive. Our generous benefits package includes :

  • Competitive salary packages
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
  • Wellness perks
  • Paid parental leave
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Learning and Development resources
  • Flexible working hours
  • MoneyLion is committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees. Inside our company, every decision we make regarding our employees is based on merit, competence, and performance, completely free of discrimination. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Within that team, no one will feel more “other” than anyone else. We realize the full promise of diversity and want you to bring your whole self to work every single day.

    Salary : $120,000 - $140,000

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