Staff Software Engineer

Summary

Join NerdWallet as a Staff Software Engineer and contribute to the development and maintenance of our core financial services platform. You will lead the design and implementation of scalable, reliable, and secure systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams. This pivotal role involves architecting APIs and microservices, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring code quality. You will leverage your expertise in backend development and distributed systems to enhance our financial products and improve the customer experience, particularly within the Insurance vertical. The position requires significant experience in software engineering and a strong understanding of financial services. NerdWallet offers a remote work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• 8+ years in software engineering, with a strong background in backend development and distributed systems
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Proficiency in modern programming languages such as Java, Python, Go, or C++
• Experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Strong understanding of database systems (both SQL and NoSQL), with experience in high-volume data processing
• Knowledge of security best practices, particularly in financial services
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience in consumer credit, lending, loans, or insurance, with a solid understanding of industry regulations, underwriting processes, and risk assessment

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of our core financial services platform, with a focus on scalability, reliability, and security
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product, Design, and Operations, to translate business requirements into technical solutions that meet high standards for quality and functionality
• Architect, build, and implement APIs and microservices that power our fintech products, focusing on system performance, security, and data integrity
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineering team members, promoting best practices in coding, testing, and architecture
• Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and adherence to standards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the engineering team
• Act as a subject matter expert in consumer credit, lending, loans, or insurance, providing insights that help shape the product roadmap and ensure compliance with industry standards
• Contribute to platform stability and resilience through effective monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident management
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in the fintech industry, particularly around payments, lending, credit, and insurance, to drive innovation within the team

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with financial modeling, scoring algorithms, or credit risk analysis

Benefits

• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
• Rejuvenation Policy – Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + 4 Mental Health Days Off
• New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
• Mental health support
• Paid sabbatical for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge and pursue their interests
• Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
• Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend
• Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy
• Nerd-led group initiatives – Employee Resource Groups for Parents, Diversity, and Inclusion, Women, LGBTQIA, and other communities
• Hackathons and team events across all teams and departments
• Company-wide events like NerdLove (employee appreciation) and our annual Charity Auction
• Our Nerds love to make an impact by paying it forward – Take 8 hours of volunteer time off per quarter and donate to your favorite causes with a company match
• 401K with company match
• Be the first to test and benefit from our new financial products and tools
• Financial wellness, guidance, and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through Northstar
• Disability and Life Insurance with employer-paid premiums