Lead Software Engineer

Remote

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Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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IT Services, Staffing, Delivery Team ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess 12+ years of software development experience, with at least 7 years focused on scalable middleware APIs and backend systems, and 5+ years in technical leadership roles. Expertise in Java with Spring Boot, Golang, and Python for high-performance applications is essential, along with 4+ years of experience with containerized applications using Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes or ECS. Solid hands-on experience with AWS services such as EKS, ECS, Lambda, Elasticache, Aurora/RDS, SQS, SNS, and Step Functions is required, as is experience with GCP services like Pub/Sub, GKE, Cloud SQL, and Spanner. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience, is necessary. Additional qualifications include excellent communication skills, proven experience leading architecture for high-traffic services, hands-on Kubernetes experience, and familiarity with Apache Spark and PySpark.

Responsibilities

The Lead Backend Engineer will architect and develop high-performance middleware APIs and backend services using Java with Spring Boot, Golang, and Python, ensuring they handle thousands of requests per second for search and personalization features. They will lead feature development from design through deployment and monitoring, promote engineering best practices, team collaboration, and a culture of innovation, and work with cross-functional teams to align technology solutions with business needs. Responsibilities also include optimizing systems using AWS and GCP services, defining technical roadmaps focused on performance, reliability, and scalability, and contributing to a positive and inclusive team culture while championing code quality, agile methodologies, and system design excellence.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Golang

Python

API development

Backend services

AWS

GCP

Cloud-native solutions

System integration

Technical leadership

Mentorship

Architecture

Middleware

Moov

Comprehensive platform for money movement

About Moov

Moov provides a platform for managing financial transactions, allowing businesses to oversee the entire payment process from start to finish. This platform gives users complete visibility and control over their money movement, which is especially useful for those with complex financial needs. Moov simplifies multi-party workflows through its feature called Moov Drops, which are customizable UI components that can be tailored to fit a business's branding. The platform connects directly to card brands, The Clearing House, and the Federal Reserve, enabling businesses to issue, accept, store, and disburse money all in one place. It supports various payment methods, including card charges and ACH transfers. Moov also offers a monetization model through Moov Wallets, allowing businesses to earn fees on transactions, thus providing an additional revenue stream. The goal of Moov is to enhance the payment experience for users while simplifying financial processes for businesses.

Cedar Falls, IowaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$82.7MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

51-200Employees