[Remote] Senior Frontend Engineer - Payments at Mercury

New York, New York, United States

Mercury Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Banking, SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 7-10+ years of frontend development experience with strong expertise in TypeScript and React. The ideal candidate is product-minded, has a track record of building and shipping successful products, thrives in ambiguity, and can balance speed and quality. They should also enjoy mentoring teammates and communicate clearly and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

The Senior Frontend Engineer will drive product development from concept to launch, make architectural decisions, and define technical direction. They will collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to create intuitive user experiences, build core functionality in React and TypeScript, and mentor junior engineers. The role involves championing a product-focused approach with user experience at the forefront.

Skills

Frontend Development
React
TypeScript
Architecture
Mentoring
Product Development
User Experience

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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