Senior Full-Stack Engineer

Summary

Join Alpaca, a leading brokerage infrastructure technology company, as a Senior Engineer. You will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining the systems and services that power our platform, impacting millions of users. As a full-stack engineer, you will architect and develop web applications, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior developers. This role requires 5+ years of full-stack development experience, proficiency in modern programming languages (preferably Go and React), and a strong understanding of financial markets. Alpaca offers a competitive salary, stock options, comprehensive health benefits, a new hire home-office setup stipend, a monthly stipend, and the opportunity to work with a talented global team.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of experience of full-stack development
• Experience with at least one modern programming language like React, GoLang, Python, etc
• SQL or relational database skills
• Hands-on knowledge with Bash, Linux & Docker
• Experience with major cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)
• Passionate about designing intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces that enhance user satisfaction
• Good understanding of the financial market

Responsibilities

• Play a pivotal role in architecting and developing web applications that push the boundaries of technology
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to create elegant and scalable software solutions that meet our clients’ needs
• Own the delivery of high-visibility features/projects, from design to deployment
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to the overall technical strategy of our company

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NextJS
• Kubernetes experience
• Preferably in Go and React

Benefits

• Competitive Salary & Stock Options
• Health benefits start on day 1. In the US this includes Medical, Dental, Vision. In Canada, this includes supplemental health care. Internationally, this includes a stipend value to offset medical costs
• New Hire Home-Office Setup: One-time USD $500
• Monthly Stipend: USD $150 per month via a Brex Card