Software Engineering - Finance Technology

Join us in building the future of finance.Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.About the Team + RoleWe are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. As a Software Engineer on the Proactive Capabilities team , you will design, build, and scale engineering tools that empower Security Engineers, eliminate operational toil, and expand security coverage across Robinhood. This is a creative, high-impact role where you will identify high-priority security challenges, evaluate buy-vs-build opportunities, and turn one-off solutions into robust, company-wide security capabilities!This role is based in our Bellevue, WA and Menlo Park, CA offices, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams. What You'll DoBuild and scale flexible, reliable security tooling and services that improve visibility and expand scan coverage across Robinhood and its entities.Design and deploy AI agents and security automation workflows to drive and prevent proactive security risk discovery and remediation.Partner cross-functionally with Security Engineering and Product Engineering teams to establish secure-by-default software design patterns and paved pathsParticipate in design and system reviews alongside Proactive Security initiatives.Participate in an on-call rotation to maintain high availability and reliability for critical team security services.What You'll NeedProven software engineering fundamentals and practical system design skills, with experience building scalable, reliable microservices and tools.Proficiency in Go or Python (with a preference for Go).Hands-on experience building and deploying services in cloud environments (AWS preferred, or GCP equivalent).Strong security domain context, including an understanding of the attacker lifecycle, application security concepts, and hands-on experience developing or integrating security tooling.Bonus PointsExperience applying AI, LLMs, or agentic frameworks to solve complex security problems.Deep Application Security (AppSec) experience, bug bounty participation, or CTF competition experience.Advanced Kubernetes experience or a track record of building enterprise security platforms at scale.Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents.Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more.Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits.Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.