[Remote] Platform Developer, Runtime at Upgrade

Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess strong expertise in Java design and programming, with hands-on experience in Spring Boot, and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience. Familiarity with AI coding assistants, distributed systems, microservices architecture, API design principles, ORM frameworks, SQL/database programming, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), cloud environments (AWS), monitoring/observability tools, and CI/CD pipelines is required. Python with FastAPI, experience with MCP, and cloud deployment/management are considered a plus.

Responsibilities

The Platform Developer will partner with product and engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions, participate in architectural reviews, and influence technical decisions. They will design, develop, and maintain complex applications and libraries using Java and Spring Boot, focusing on scalable microservices, and contribute to the platform Java foundation. Responsibilities include creating and maintaining documentation, leveraging CI/CD tools for software delivery, establishing best practices in code quality and development, supporting and enhancing the test framework, and driving improvements in reliability, performance, and developer productivity.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Python

Model Context Protocol (MCP)

Agent2Agent (A2A)

Agent Payment Protocol (AP2)

Scalable Solutions

Technical Design

Application Development

Library Development

Upgrade

Provides loans, credit cards, and rewards

About Upgrade

Upgrade offers personal loans, credit cards, and rewards checking accounts to help individuals manage their finances. Their personal loans allow borrowing up to $50,000 with fixed rates and no prepayment penalties, while the Upgrade Card provides cash back rewards on various spending categories. What makes Upgrade different is its focus on affordability and user-friendly features, attracting customers looking for flexible credit solutions. The company's goal is to promote responsible financial behavior and long-term financial health through accessible credit options.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$532.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_FCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Health & wellness initiatives

Risks

Expansion into auto loans increases exposure to credit risk.

Crowded BNPL market may pressure margins for Uplift acquisition.

Investment in new office space may strain resources if growth falters.

Differentiation

Upgrade offers a unique blend of credit and banking products.

The Secured OneCard targets consumers with little or no credit history.

Partnership with FairPlay enhances fairness in lending practices.

Upsides

Expansion into auto loans diversifies Upgrade's product offerings.

Acquisition of Uplift strengthens Upgrade's position in travel financing.

Partnership with Finturf enhances home improvement financing options.

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