Senior Full-Stack Engineer (Backend Focus) at Farther

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Fintech, Wealth ManagementIndustries

Requirements

6+ years of backend development experience with strong full-stack capabilities
Expertise in TypeScript/JavaScript and modern backend frameworks
Experience with distributed systems and database design (CockroachDB or similar)
Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and asynchronous processing patterns
Proficiency with cloud infrastructure (AWS) and containerization
Can competently handle frontend work when needed to deliver complete solutions
Product-focused mindset - excited about building systems that enable great user experiences
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to work autonomously and drive projects from idea to completion
Track record of delivering high-quality, scalable backend systems
Experience mentoring other engineers and driving technical best practices
Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Excited about contributing to a fast-growing fintech company

Responsibilities

Design and implement backend services that support our entire product ecosystem
Build scalable API layers that serve client-facing applications and internal tools
Create efficient data models and database schemas for complex financial workflows
Develop shared libraries and utilities that standardize operations across the platform
Work with distributed systems and handle high-reliability requirements for financial services
Collaborate with frontend engineers to design APIs that enable efficient development
Mentor other engineers through code reviews and technical discussions
Take ownership of significant features from technical design through deployment
Contribute to architectural decisions and backend development standards
Contribute to the development of our cutting-edge, agentic-based, software manufacturing pipeline
Future opportunity: Rotate onto the Forward Deployed team to work directly with advisors and rapidly build complete solutions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

TypeScriptBunCockroachDBBackendAPIsFull-StackDatabase DesignScalable Systems

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the key required skills for this Senior Full-Stack Engineer role?

Candidates need 6+ years of backend development experience with strong full-stack capabilities, expertise in TypeScript/JavaScript and modern backend frameworks, experience with distributed systems and database design (CockroachDB or similar), solid understanding of RESTful APIs and asynchronous processing patterns, and proficiency with cloud infrastructure (AWS) and containers.

What technologies will I be working with in this role?

You'll work with TypeScript, Bun, and CockroachDB to build backend services and APIs, along with AWS cloud infrastructure and containers.

What is the company culture like at Farther?

Farther has a collaborative team of entrepreneurs passionate about helping clients and teammates achieve more, with a culture that values breaking through walls to get things done the right way.

What is the team structure or opportunities for rotation?

You'll join the engineering team working on core product features, with an exciting Forward Deployed Engineering team where top engineers rotate to work directly with advisors after ramping up (typically 3-6 months).

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has 6+ years of backend experience with full-stack skills, expertise in TypeScript, distributed systems, CockroachDB or similar, RESTful APIs, and AWS, plus the drive to take ownership and mentor others in a collaborative environment.

Farther

Personalized wealth management and financial advice

About Farther

Farther.com offers personalized wealth management services aimed at helping clients grow their wealth for future generations. The company uses advanced technology and data-driven strategies to provide tailored financial advice, ensuring that the interests of the clients and advisors are aligned for unbiased guidance. Their proprietary platform includes smart features that allow advisors to concentrate on client needs while offering access to a variety of public strategies and alternative investments to enhance investment potential. Farther.com employs a team of experts, including financial planners and estate attorneys, to deliver comprehensive financial support. Unlike many competitors, Farther.com emphasizes personalized service and proactive technology in its approach to wealth management, with the goal of providing clients with well-rounded financial advice.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$114.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Rapid AUM growth may strain Farther's proprietary platform if not managed properly.

High valuation post-Series B raises pressure to meet investor expectations.

Reliance on technology exposes Farther to risks of obsolescence or failure.

Differentiation

Farther combines expert advisors with cutting-edge technology for a unique client experience.

The firm offers a proprietary platform with smart features for personalized financial advice.

Farther's integration with Wealth.com enhances estate planning for high-net-worth clients.

Upsides

Farther's AUM increased 4x year-over-year, showing strong market demand.

The $72 million Series C funding supports expansion of Farther's advisor network.

Partnerships with Wealth.com and YCharts enhance Farther's comprehensive service offerings.

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