Backend Engineer at Melio

Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District, Israel

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, B2B PaymentsIndustries

Requirements

  • Passion to learn and get out of the comfort zone (more important than experience)
  • +4 years of professional experience as a software engineer in software engineering, architecture, and design
  • Experience with microservices architecture and running cloud-based production environments
  • Team player who prefers collaboration over working solo

Responsibilities

  • Influence the product from overall experience to development as an all-around player
  • Use technologies like Typescript, Node.js, AWS, and scalable databases to build a unique B2B payments experience
  • Participate in end-to-end product building through design, coding, testing, and deployment phases
  • Provide consultation, support, and designs for technical solutions, connecting customer needs, product design, and implementation

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

TypeScriptNode.jsPythonAWSServerlessMicroservicesCloudFormationSAM CLIRelational DatabasesDocument Databases

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Backend Engineer role?

Candidates need +4 years of professional experience as a software engineer in software engineering, architecture, and design, plus experience with microservices architecture and running cloud-based production environments.

What technologies will I be working with at Melio?

You'll use top technologies like Typescript, Node.js, AWS, scalable databases, Node, TypeScript, and Python, with an all-in AWS Serverless stack deployed using SAM CLI over CloudFormation.

What is the company culture like at Melio?

Melio has a vibrant, strong, and open culture with a diverse group of driven, passionate team players who collaborate and love what they do.

Is this a remote position or are there office requirements?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Backend Engineer position?

A strong candidate is a tech enthusiast with passion to learn and step out of their comfort zone, a team player who prefers collaboration, and bonus for being an independent fast learner excited about new technologies.

Melio

Digital payment solution for small businesses

About Melio

Melio Payments provides a digital payment solution aimed at helping small businesses manage their finances more effectively. The platform allows businesses to pay their vendors and suppliers using various methods, including ACH bank transfers and credit cards. A notable feature is the option to defer credit card payments for up to 45 days, which assists in cash flow management. Additionally, businesses can earn rewards on their credit card expenses. Melio charges a 2.9% fee for credit card transactions, while ACH transfers are free, making it a cost-effective choice for many. The platform also enhances expense management by allowing businesses to assign roles, digitize approval workflows, and automate bill payments, all while ensuring the security of financial information. Melio's goal is to simplify the payment process for small businesses in the retail and e-commerce sectors, providing them with greater control over their finances.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$636.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Consumer Software, Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Wellness Program
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Hybrid Work Options
Meal Benefits
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from Amazon Business could reduce Melio's market share.
Valuation cut to $2 billion suggests potential investor concerns about growth.
Rapid feature expansion may strain resources, leading to operational inefficiencies.

Differentiation

Melio offers a 45-day payment deferral using credit cards, aiding cash flow.
ACH transfers are free, providing a cost-effective payment option for small businesses.
Melio's platform allows role assignments and automated workflows, enhancing expense control.

Upsides

Recent $150M Series E funding supports growth through strategic partnerships.
Integration with Amazon Business enhances Melio's reach in the B2B sector.
Growing demand for real-time payments presents an opportunity for Melio's service expansion.

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