Senior Software Engineer II at Remitly

London, England, United Kingdom

Remitly Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Scientific PublishingIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience in commercial software engineering to deliver server-side applications
  • Experience in programming skills on the JVM with either Java 8+ or Scala
  • Experience with agile practices for rapid development of quality software, such as CI/CD
  • Ability to rapidly grasp modern technologies, languages, and tools to maintain our product’s edge in a fast-changing industry
  • Ability to build an inclusive, positive, collaborative mindset and a desire to deliver genuine business value to our customers

Responsibilities

  • Designing, prototyping, and implementing robust recommendation applications using best-practice agile development processes
  • Working with technologies including Java, Scala, Spark, EMR, Kubernetes, and Airflow
  • Building cloud infrastructure in AWS to host and monitor the applications, and automating common tasks mercilessly
  • Collaborating as part of a tight-knit, agile, quality-focused team to deliver tangible value to our customers

Skills

Java
Scala
Spark
EMR
Kubernetes
Airflow
AWS
CI/CD

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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