Senior Software Engineer - Bank Accounts

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have proven experience leading technical projects at scale, including planning, execution, and stakeholder management. Strong full-stack engineering skills with deep knowledge of modern web development practices, API design, and system design are required. Clear and persuasive communication skills, a mindset that balances urgency with craftsmanship, creativity and adaptability, and a track record of mentoring engineers and helping teams grow are also necessary.

Responsibilities

The Senior Software Engineer will lead technical projects from concept to production, defining solutions, analyzing tradeoffs, and making critical decisions. They will collaborate with product, design, and business stakeholders to shape initiatives and translate between technical and non-technical audiences. Responsibilities include writing clear, testable, and maintainable code, establishing patterns and best practices, designing extensible systems, making balanced decisions on tech debt, planning careful rollouts, and owning the quality of work through post-launch monitoring. The engineer will approach problems with a product mindset, considering business impact, and will coach engineers on their team to raise the technical bar and foster a culture of sustainable engineering.

Skills

Software Design

System Design

Scalability

Security

Testable Code

Maintainable Code

Stakeholder Alignment

Technical Leadership

Mentoring

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