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Full Stack / Backend Engineer

Selby Jennings
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2025

About the Company

Our client is a groundbreaking Series D tech company on a mission to revolutionize the financial industry. They are redefining secured lending, making it more accessible and affordable for everyone. Their first product is the world's lowest APR credit card. Using patented technologies, they have reduced the process from weeks and thousands of dollars to minute long-processes at no cost. Backed by top-tier investors and having achieved unicorn status, this small, elite team is generating significant revenue and poised for explosive growth. Their innovative approach has already made them a leader in the market, and they are just getting started.

About the Team

The team is composed of technology and finance experts from the world's leading tech giants. They are driven by high standards and a relentless commitment to excellence. They seek individuals who are the best in their field and thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. If you are passionate about solving complex problems and making a real difference, you will fit right in.

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Full-Stack Engineer with a background in working FAANG companies ONLY (Meta, Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, Google, Amazon, etc.). The ideal candidate should have anywhere between 3 and 10 years' experience and should able to dive deep into all aspects of the system, from performance optimization to system architecture. This role offers the opportunity to take on tech leadership responsibilities and shape the future of their products.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize cutting-edge financial products, including their revolutionary credit card
  • Utilize advanced technologies like machine learning and AI
  • Architect and build robust infrastructure across a wide range of services
  • Contribute to strategic decisions and help shape the company culture

Requirements

  • FAANG companies ONLY (Meta, Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, Google, Amazon, etc.)
  • 3-10 YOE as an fullstack / backend engineer at top 10 tech giant
  • 3 years of applied industry experince coding (Python preferred but not required)
  • Proven experience leading large, technically complex projects
  • Expertise in disparate systems design
  • Background in production-grade deep technology (compilers, operating systems, large distributed systems, machine learning infrastructure)
  • Ability to thrive in a new environment with minimal hand-holding
  • Collaborative mindset and a passion for solving important problems
  • Tech Stack

  • PostgreSQL
  • Typescript
  • Python
  • VueJS (web)
  • Work Environment

  • In-office work required 5 days a week, with some flexibility for experienced candidates (minimum 3 days in San Jose)
  • H1B sponsorship available for exceptional candidates
  • Apply Now!

    If you are a top-tier engineer from a FAANG company looking to make a massive impact, our client wants to hear from you. Join them in their mission to transform the financial industry and work on some of the most challenging and rewarding problems.

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