Kapitus · 2 days ago
Tech Lead/Software Engineer III
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$118K/yr - $189K/yr
6+ years expKapitus is one of the most reliable and respected names in small business financing, and they are seeking a Tech Lead/Software Engineer III to lead a dynamic service development team. The role involves designing and implementing scalable cloud-native services while providing technical leadership and fostering collaboration within the team.
FinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechLendingSmall and Medium Businesses
Responsibilities
Take ownership of the end-to-end service development lifecycle, from conceptualization to deployment, ensuring high-quality deliverables within specified timelines
Collaborate with product and business stakeholders to design scalable and resilient service architectures that meet business requirements while adhering to best practices and industry standards
Provide guidance and mentorship to a team of developers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, performance optimization, and maintainability. Implement robust testing strategies to uphold product quality
Utilize your extensive experience with AWS services to architect, deploy, and maintain cloud-based solutions, leveraging services such as ECS, S3, Lambda, and others as appropriate
Apply your understanding of financial industry requirements to tailor solutions that address integration needs and comply with regulatory standards
Build a deep understanding of our current infrastructure and identify improvements to keep Kapitus on the forefront of FinTech
Drive agile development practices within the team, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog grooming, and retrospectives, to ensure efficient delivery and continuous improvement
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, QA, and operations, to ensure alignment of development efforts with overall business objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor or Master's degree in computer science
Minimum of 6+ years of experience in software development as tech lead or senior/staff developer, with a focus on backend service development
Strong proficiency in AWS cloud services development and infrastructure management
Proficiency in microservices design and development using Java, Spring Boot, OpenAPI and Python
Experience with relational databases (MSSQL and MySQL) and NoSQL DB
Proven experience in designing and architecting scalable, high-performance systems
In-depth understanding of agile methodologies and experience leading agile teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
Preferred
Experience in the financial industry is highly preferred
Experience with PHP is highly preferred
Benefits
Health Insurance: We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and employer-paid vision plans through UnitedHealthcare (UHC), with various coverage levels available to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
100% Company Paid Insurances: Kapitus fully covers the cost of basic short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as vision insurance, ensuring our employees have comprehensive protection without any personal expense.
Voluntary Insurance: Supplemental life insurance as well as enhanced short- and long-term disability coverage are available through Mutual of Omaha, providing additional security for our employees. Additionally, Colonial Accident and Hospitalization insurances are also available, offering further protection against unforeseen events.
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave: Beyond state-mandated leave policies, Kapitus provides company-paid maternity and parental leave, supporting our employees during important family milestones.
LifeBalance Program: Enhance your lifestyle with our LifeBalance membership, which offers discounts on outdoor activities, the arts, health, and fitness. Additional benefits include: + Pet and car insurance discounts. + Financial services such as LegalShield. + Relaxation and stress management tools, including a fully covered annual subscription to The Calm App.
Plum Benefits Discount Program: Access exclusive discounts on shows, travel, car rentals, and more, enriching your personal and family life.
Tuition Reimbursement: Pursue further education with up to $5,000 annually in tuition reimbursement, plus opportunities to attend relevant conferences and career development events.
Transit Reimbursement: We also offer transit reimbursement for all work-related travel, supporting your involvement in career and personal development activities.
Paid Time Off and Sick Time
Retirement Benefits: Our 401K plan is managed through Fidelity, featuring a 25% match on employee contributions, helping you plan for a secure financial future.
Company
Kapitus
Kapitus is a business loan provider dedicated to helping small and medium-sized businesses in their growth.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$675M2024-06-17Debt Financing· $45M
2023-04-03Debt Financing· $130M
2022-02-09Debt Financing· $200M
Leadership Team
Ella Haman
Chief Technology Officer
Anthony Rose, CFA
Chief Financial Officer
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