Senior Software Engineer II at Remitly

Southampton, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AviationIndustries

Requirements

  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in software engineering or a related field (equivalent experience and non-traditional backgrounds are welcome)
  • Strong communication skills, with an ability to share ideas and designs effectively through documentation and collaboration
  • Experience working with data platforms, distributed systems, and data pipelines in cloud-native environments
  • Solid understanding of SRE practices, including observability, incident response, and automation
  • Experience working in Agile or Scrum environments
  • Proficiency with Git and Github, Terraform, AWS environments, python. (Equivalent technologies are welcome, too.)
  • A proactive mindset with a passion for solving complex problems and troubleshooting technical issues

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, test, and maintain scalable and resilient data platform services
  • Peer review code to promote best practice and continuous improvement
  • Respond to support requests to keep other teams in Cirium running with our Data Platform
  • Apply Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles to ensure system reliability and performance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software aligned with business goals
  • Demonstrate self-leadership by taking ownership of initiatives and driving them to completion
  • Foster a culture of curiosity, continuous learning, and technical excellence within the team
  • Keep abreast of new technology developments and bring these into the business, particularly GenAI

Skills

Python
Terraform
AWS
Git
GitHub
SRE
data pipelines
distributed systems
observability
Agile
Scrum
GenAI

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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