Backend Developer

Posted May 24

Backend Developer, Mid to Senior Level (Golang) FinTech at FinTron

About Us

FinTron Invest is a fast-growing FinTech startup, SEC registered, FINRA member broker-dealer with over 12,000 clients and nearly $10M in funding. FinTron is on a mission to make investing, banking, and personal financial management more accessible and appealing to young consumers. FinTron is deeply rooted in the belief that investing has been intimidating for too long, and that anyone should be able to take control of their finances (not just the 1%). FinTron operates a direct-to-consumer FinTech app, an EdTech platform, and B2B embedded technology solutions. We are an agile, tech-enabled company, we are committed to educating and serving Gen Y & Z.

Backend Developer Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled backend developer who will demonstrate sound technical skills, has rich experience with Python, Golang, and develop into the existing code base. We are looking for an engineer who is eager to learn and dive into a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with other developers to produce scalable solutions using back-end coding languages, development frameworks and third-party libraries. We are seeking someone who is a critical thinker and has an understanding of how financial markets function. You will have the opportunity to:

  • Can coordinate releases in a timely manner and maintain deadlines
  • Ability to manage a dynamic team of developers and strong conflict resolution skills
  • Hands-on backend developer, individualistic contributor and a team player
  • Become deeply integrated into the development and execution of backend development technology projects
  • Learn the intricacies of the company’s technical infrastructure, and proprietary processes
  • Build innovative products using the latest technologies and take ownership in your work here at FinTron

The engineer will report directly to the CTO and collaborate closely with the existing dev team. The dev should be well-versed in current technological trends and familiar with a variety of languages and databases as outlined below.

Must-Have:

  • Golang
  • Python
  • PostgreSQL
  • Protocol Buffers
  • Kafka
  • gRPC

Good to Have:

  • Django Framework
  • Pytest and other testing frameworks
  • JavaScript
  • React JS Framework
  • React Native
  • AWS (VPC, EC2, RDS, S3, Glacier, CloudTrail, Route 53)
  • Jenkins
  • Nomad
  • Github Actions
  • Redux middleware

Qualification

  • Proven 4+ years of industry experience in backend development
  • Experience with end to end full-stack mobile, web, and QA testing
  • Strong command of SQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Manage time efficiently and is highly collaborative
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure
  • Preferred: BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field; MBA or other relevant graduate degree is a plus

Perks Working At FinTron Invest?

  • Competitive cash/equity blend compensation
  • Unlimited room for self-growth and opportunity with a scaling fintech startup
  • Located in Stamford, CT less than 1 mile from the train station
  • Casual dress code & holistic workplace environment
  • Pet-friendly office environment
  • On-premise gym membership
  • Opportunity to be a part of a close-knitted & quirky company culture, immerse yourself in highly interactive work with a talented, energetic and passionate team!

Salary Range: $150,000 to $180,000 per year (Salary and stock options package commensurate with experience)

The base salary range represents the reasonably anticipated low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and competencies, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data for companies of our size and industry.

*FinTron is proud to be an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds. We celebrate people of all race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, expression, or any other status protected by law.