Staff Software Engineer

Summary

Join Oportun, a mission-driven fintech company, and become an integral part of a team dedicated to creating innovative financial solutions. As an Associate Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development and improvement of our product line, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams. This role requires strong technical skills in Java, microservices, and related technologies, along with experience in delivering high-quality software. You will manage engineering team activities, establish development strategies, and foster a positive engineering culture. Oportun offers a competitive compensation package, including benefits and opportunities for professional growth, in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

• Requires a minimum 10+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or a Master's degree with an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions in a timely manner
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a passion for tackling complex technical challenges
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles
• Strong proficiency in Java, Micro services, Spring boot, Spring Framework, RESTful APIs, Hibernate
• Experience with relational databases like MySQL, MariaDB and SQL
• Experience in working with version control systems, such as Git
• Experience in Frontend technologies (ReactJS, React Native & nextJS)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal help
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and apply them as and when needed
• Strong Unit and integration testing

Responsibilities

• Create and influence innovative solutions that meet functional, performance, scalability, and reliability requirements
• Contribute to defining the Roadmap and translating complex functional and technical requirements into detailed execution plans and schedules
• Manage the day-to-day activities of the engineering team by defining, implementing, and maintaining a coherent, progressive development strategy for our product line
• Champion engineering and operations, establishing metrics and processes for regular assessment and improvement
• Provide Technical and Thought Leadership to the team members
• Manage departmental resources, staffing, and enhance and maintain a best-of-class engineering team while establishing strong lines of communication at all levels
• Evolve the software engineering practice within the organization, including better reporting, tools, and evolution of development methodology
• Continue to build an effective development organization by developing and managing the team/group, and conducting performance reviews of team members through regular 1:1’s and continuous feedback
• Drive technical discovery through collaboration with your engineers and implement software alongside your team members
• Collaborate closely with Product, Design, and QA to iterate on the design, implementation, deployment, and monitoring of our product
• Create and execute appropriate quality plans, project plans, test strategies and processes for development activities in concert with business and project management efforts to achieve the OKRs
• Deliver quality applications on-time and on-budget
• Promote an engaged, product-focused, positive engineering culture of excellence
• Proactively identify risks and unblock teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud technologies, preferably AWS or Azure, is desirable
• Experience in working on ReactJS, React Native & nextJS
• Knowledge/experience in working with DevOps/CICD

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including benefits and potential for performance-based incentives
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development through mentorship and training
• Work-life balance and flexibility to support your personal and professional well-being