[Remote] Senior Engineering Manager - Banking at Mercury

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Banking, FintechIndustries

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Team LeadershipHigh-Availability SystemsBanking Core SystemsLending SystemsSystem StabilityTechnical CoachingCross-functional CollaborationSystem MaintenanceProduct Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the base salary range for this role?

For US employees (any location), the target new hire base salary range is $239,000 - 298,800. For Canadian employees (any location), it is CAD $225,900 - 282,400. Offers are based on experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity.

Is this role remote-friendly?

Yes, the role supports employees in any location in the US or Canada.

What skills and experience are required for this position?

Candidates need demonstrated ability to lead a technical team, experience integrating with bank core and lending systems, a strong individual engineering skill set, and familiarity with the tech stack (Haskell and TypeScript) or interest in learning it.

What does the team structure look like for this role?

You will lead a team of 4 to 8 senior engineers.

What makes a strong candidate for this engineering manager role?

Strong candidates have led technical teams, integrated with bank core systems, possess strong engineering skills, and know or want to learn Haskell and TypeScript. They will undergo the same interview process as individual contributors plus manager-specific interviews.

Mercury

Banking services for startups and founders

About Mercury

Mercury provides banking services specifically designed for startups, regardless of their size or stage of development. Their offerings include free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, and options for domestic and international wire transfers, as well as treasury and venture debt services. The platform is user-friendly, allowing founders to manage their finances with ease. What sets Mercury apart from traditional banks is its focus on the startup community, offering programs that connect founders with valuable resources and advice to help them succeed. The goal of Mercury is to empower startups by providing them with the financial tools and support they need to grow and thrive.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$146.8MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
Custom equipment setup
401(K) matching
12+ weeks paid parental leave
Book budget
Wellness benefits
Grocery budget
Paid lunch
Personalized callsign
Unlimited vacation policy (with mandatory minimum)

Risks

Mercury's decision to stop serving certain countries may lead to customer loss.
Integration challenges from the Teal acquisition could disrupt services.
Expansion into consumer banking might divert focus from core startup services.

Differentiation

Mercury offers both business and personal banking services, unlike many fintech competitors.
The company provides integrated financial management tools, enhancing startup operational efficiency.
Mercury's Raise program connects startups with investors, mentors, and other founders.

Upsides

Mercury secured a $100 million credit warehouse to expand its credit card business.
The acquisition of Teal enhances Mercury's financial management offerings for startups.
Mercury Personal expands market reach by attracting tech-savvy individuals.

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