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Senior Software Engineer, Backend
Location
United States
Posted
43 days ago
Salary
$200K - $217K / year
Job Description
Job Requirements
- A substantial career history in software engineering, typically evidenced by 8–10 years of experience (or 5+ years with an advanced degree).
- Expert-level command of backend systems design and architectural best practices.
- Professional experience with Ruby on Rails is highly preferred (though not mandatory).
- Advanced proficiency with Postgres is highly recommended (though not mandatory).
- Experience navigating AWS environments is preferred to help us maintain a scalable cloud presence.
- Experience with TypeScript is a plus.
- Previous experience within the Financial Industry or fintech space is a plus.
- A track record of exercising sound judgment when selecting methods and techniques for solving non-routine engineering problems.
- Hunger to deliver game-changing products.
- Exceptional drive and precision in delivery.
- A belief that your work is tied to your life's mission.
- Optimistic about the potential of societal change.
- You are not expected to have experience with all listed requirements. If you feel passionate about Acorns' mission, vision, and values, please apply.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and stock options.
- A comprehensive benefits package for you and your family.
- Flexible work location, hours, and paid time off.
- 401(k) matching.
- Monthly Acorns account contribution & GoHenry account for your family.
- Mindfulness and Financial Wellness resources, Headspace and Addition Wealth.
- Acorns Career Development Program (Ongoing training sessions, development plans, development check-ins, Cornerstone’s online training platform).
- Roots Leadership Program for Emerging Leaders.
- Community week onsite gatherings and various virtual events.
- Talented and motivated team members who care deeply about one another, our mission, and our customers.
- The rare opportunity to create a new world. We inspire one another every day to do meaningful work that solves big societal challenges.
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