Full Stack Engineer
thatgamecompanySalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Blockchain, Financial ServicesIndustries
Requirements
- BS/BA degree, Computer Science major preferred
- 5+ years of engineering/development experience in a fast-paced, agile environment
- Proficiency in Java or Kotlin, JVM-based programming, Kafka preferred
- Proficiency in Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD)
- Familiarity with Iterative Software Development
- Team player with a positive attitude
- Ability to succeed in a startup environment
- Ability to drive a project from concept to release
- Ability to work independently with little supervision
- Excellent organization and problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
- Drive innovative tech solutions adhering to iterative principles
- Originate, champion, and execute new ideas for projects
- Collaborate with project leads and other software engineers across multiple teams
- Work on software solutions that will transform the consumer lending and blockchain space
- Develop and maintain full-stack, customer-facing lending products
- Produce and implement functional software solutions
- Work with product and upper management to define software requirements
- Take the lead on operational and technical projects
- Be a leader, use your voice, apply your tech skills to solve real-world problems
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this role remote-friendly?
Yes, the role is open to fully remote work within the US.
What is the salary range for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What technical skills are required for this Senior Software Engineer role?
The role requires proficiency in Java or Kotlin, JVM-based programming, with Kafka preferred, along with 5+ years of engineering experience in a fast-paced, agile environment.
What kind of work environment can I expect at Figure?
Figure offers a fast-paced, agile startup environment where engineers work independently with little supervision, collaborate across teams, and have significant impact on innovative blockchain and lending products built from scratch.
What makes a strong candidate for this position?
Strong candidates have a BS/BA in Computer Science (preferred), 5+ years of experience, proficiency in Java/Kotlin, excellent organization and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently, lead projects, and thrive in a startup environment.
Figure
Blockchain-based home equity lending solutions
About Figure
Figure is a financial technology company that uses blockchain technology to improve financial transactions, specifically in the home equity lending market. It offers products like Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) and mortgage refinancing, allowing homeowners to access their home equity quickly and efficiently. The application process is fully online, enabling homeowners to receive funds in as little as five days, which is much faster than traditional banks that can take weeks or months. Figure ensures secure and cost-effective transactions through blockchain, and it generates revenue from origination fees and interest on loans, with competitive rates starting at 3.49% APR. Targeting homeowners across various U.S. states, Figure aims to meet the demand for quick access to home equity for purposes like home improvements or debt consolidation.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$406.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
201-500Employees
Benefits
Health & wellness - Figure pays 100% of premium costs for employees and dependents for medical, dental, and vision insurance (with the exception of costs associated with the buy-up medical plan.)
Continuing education - Figure will reimburse eligible employees for approved continuing education that either offers growth in an area related to his or her current position or that may lead to promotional opportunities.
Flexible time off - We offer 10 company-wide holidays plus one personal holiday, generous Flexible Time Away (FTA), Paid Time Off (PTO), and Paid Parental Leave.
Bonus & stock options - Figure’s Bonus Plan recognizes and rewards eligible employees’ efforts and contributions. Eligible employees are also granted an option to purchase a set number of shares of Figure’s common stock.
Risks
Recent layoffs may indicate financial instability or restructuring challenges.
New piggyback loan product could increase financial risk amid housing affordability issues.
Volatile crypto market could impact Figure's blockchain initiatives.
Differentiation
Figure uses blockchain to offer fast, secure home equity access in five days.
The company provides a fully online application process, unlike traditional banks.
Figure's competitive interest rates start as low as 3.49% APR.
Upsides
Increased blockchain adoption boosts Figure's secure transaction offerings.
Figure Connect taps into the demand for liquid private capital markets.
Michael Tannenbaum's appointment as CEO suggests potential for growth.
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