Senior Software Engineer II at Remitly

Franklin, Tennessee, United States

Remitly Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Risk Management, Government ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Professional software development experience — You’ve built and maintained production-grade systems and can navigate complex technical challenges
  • Strong proficiency in Java (Java 8 or above, LTS versions) — You write clean, efficient Java code and understand the nuances between legacy and modern versions
  • Experience with Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and microservices — You’ve designed and implemented scalable services and understand service orchestration
  • Expertise in development languages including but not limited to: Java/J2EE, JavaScript, JSP, HTML, XML, SQL, Windows, UNIX
  • Familiarity with Docker and GitHub Actions — You’re comfortable with containerization and automating deployments in CI/CD pipelines
  • Knowledge of testing frameworks (JUnit, TestNG) — You believe in test-driven development and know how to validate performance under load
  • Experience using GitHub for version control and familiarity with AI-assisted tooling like Copilot — You’re comfortable working in modern development environments
  • Strong SQL skills — You can write optimized queries and understand relational data models
  • Experience with browser DevTools, Postman, and SoapUI — You use modern tools to debug and validate APIs and frontend behavior
  • Strong problem-solving and research skills — You investigate issues thoroughly and propose effective solutions
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills — You work well across teams, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive engineering culture
  • Understanding of Agile methodologies — You’ve worked in iterative development environments and contributed to sprint planning and reviews

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement technical solutions
  • Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to system design
  • Build server-rendered pages when needed with Thymeleaf + Bootstrap
  • Model and optimize data access for SQL Server (queries, indexes, migration hygiene)
  • Write clean, maintainable code with strong unit/integration tests
  • Work in Agile teams with thoughtful reviews and incremental delivery
  • Mentor junior engineers and share best practices
  • Support CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments
  • Build and maintain secure, user-friendly web applications
  • Debug complex issues using logs, monitoring tools, and browser DevTools
  • All other duties as assigned

Skills

Java
Spring Boot
JDK 21
Thymeleaf
Bootstrap
Docker
GitHub Actions
ArgoCD
SQL Server
APIs
Agile

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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