Senior Software Engineer II at Remitly

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

FintechIndustries

Requirements

Strong backend development experience in Java (Scala is a strong plus)
Hands-on experience with AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, IAM, etc.)
Proficiency with Kafka for event streaming and messaging
Experience with Kubernetes, preferably EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service)
Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and logging
Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
Exposure to data engineering or big data technologies (Spark, Snowflake)
Exposure to AI tools (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude, etc.) is beneficial
A bachelor's degree (BS) is required; an MSc or PhD is a nice to have

Responsibilities

Design and implement scalable backend systems and data pipelines
Collaborate with product managers, architects, and DevOps to deliver high-quality solutions
Ensure high code quality through code reviews, testing, and adherence to best practices
Contribute to the adoption of modern engineering practices and tools
Monitor and optimize system performance, reliability, and scalability
Participate in technical roadmap discussions and provide input on architectural decisions

Skills

Java

Scala

AWS

EC2

Lambda

IAM

Kafka

Kubernetes

EKS

CI/CD

Terraform

CloudFormation

Spark

Snowflake

Remitly

International money transfer for immigrants

About Remitly

Remitly focuses on international money transfers, helping immigrants send money to their families quickly and securely at lower costs than traditional banks. The company charges transaction fees and earns from the exchange rate margin, offering various transfer options like bank deposits and cash pickups. Remitly enhances user experience through its website and mobile app, allowing real-time tracking of transfers, and engages with immigrant communities by providing helpful resources and educational support. Its goal is to meet the unique needs of immigrants while ensuring fast, affordable, and reliable money transfer services.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

$423.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Continuing Education or Travel Stipend

Office Culture

Flexible PTO, Schedules and Leaves

DEI Learning Opportunities

Community Engagement

Inclusive Benefits

Risks

Swift's integration into banks' channels poses a competitive threat to Remitly.

AI agents' rise may challenge Remitly's operational model in efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Schall Law Firm's investigation could impact investor confidence and Remitly's reputation.

Differentiation

Remitly focuses on immigrants, offering competitive rates and fast, secure transactions.

The company leverages technology for a seamless user experience via its app and website.

Remitly engages with immigrant communities through content and educational initiatives.

Upsides

Increased digital wallet adoption in key markets expands Remitly's reach to unbanked individuals.

AI agents in operations could reduce costs and improve Remitly's efficiency.

Visa collaboration enhances Remitly's cross-border fund flow services, boosting customer satisfaction.

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