Staff Back End Engineer, Platform

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and scale backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Postgres.
• Implement highly distributed and resilient architectures in AWS and Kubernetes environments.
• Create shared infrastructure services and developer tooling used across product teams.
• Mentor teams on secure coding practices and help ensure performant, resilient code.
• Use automated testing practices to maintain high-quality software.
• Collaborate with engineering leadership, product managers, and cross-functional teams while independently owning project design and implementation.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience building scalable backend services at a B2B financial services, fintech, or SaaS organization.
• Proficiency with Java, Spring Boot, and REST APIs.
• Expertise in microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Strong SQL knowledge, including Postgres and MySQL.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science or Software Engineering is preferred, while relevant experience and understanding are also valued.
• Preferred experience includes AWS cloud infrastructure, AI best practices with Claude, GitLab pipelines, Debezium, Temporal, OpenTelemetry, brokerage platforms, and financial services.

Benefits

• Hybrid work with three in-office days per week at the Culver City or San Francisco FiDi location.
• Competitive pay and equity for eligible positions.
• Premium HMO and PPO healthcare, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with a 4% match and immediate vesting.
• Sixteen weeks of paid parental leave after one year of employment.
• Professional growth opportunities, an employee mobility program, and an annual learning and development budget.
• Company perks program with discounts on pet insurance, fitness, cell phone plans, travel, and other services.
• Financial guidance program covering debt, spending, saving, planning, and home-purchasing preparation.
• One month of work-from-anywhere availability, with some country exclusions.