Senior Software Development Engineer, Authorization

Remitly; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 148,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks vacation

Health Benefits

Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits

RRSP plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance & Disability

Continuing education and travel benefits

Job summary

A global financial platform seeks a seasoned engineer to build secure, scalable authentication systems. You will collaborate with various teams to enhance user experiences and maintain high standards of security. Ideal candidates have 8+ years in backend or frontend technologies including Node.js and React. The role promotes a hybrid work environment, requiring in-office collaboration to drive innovation. Competitive compensation includes a starting salary range of CAD $148,000 - $185,000, plus equity and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in backend and/or frontend technologies.
• Strong foundation in modern authentication protocols and security best practices.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality, well-tested code.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain authentication features ensuring reliability and security.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver solutions from concept to launch.
• Develop mobile and web authentication flows.

Skills

Backend technologies (Node.js, Java, Go, TypeScript)

Frontend technologies (React)

Modern authentication protocols

Security best practices

Collaboration with product and engineering teams

Education

BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

At Remitly, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access, move, and manage their money wherever life takes them. Since 2011, we've tirelessly delivered on our promise to customers sending money globally, providing secure, simple, and reliable ways to manage their money, ensuring true peace of mind. Whether it's supporting loved ones back home, growing a business across continents, or pursuing new opportunities abroad, we're not just here to move money— we're here to move our global customers forward.

About the Role

Remitly’s Authentication Team builds secure, scalable, and user-friendly authentication systems at the core of Remitly’s mission. You will become a product expert and have the opportunity to influence key decisions that shape the charters you work in. You’ll collaborate with engineers, product managers, and compliance experts to deliver solutions that keep customers safe, meet regulatory requirements, and empower people to trust Remitly as their preferred financial platform. You will report to the Senior Engineering Manager in Vancouver.

You Will

• Build and maintain authentication features and services, ensuring reliability, security, and exceptional user experience.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and design teams to define and deliver technical solutions from concept through launch and support.
• Develop and improve mobile and web authentication flows, driving high standards of quality, maintainability, and observability.
• Contribute to the team’s technical strategy, code reviews, and ongoing process improvements.
• Champion Remitly’s values by fostering inclusion, mentoring peers, and elevating engineering practices.
• Proactively identify opportunities to strengthen account protection, prevent fraud, and streamline identity verification for customers.

You Have

• A BS in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
• 8+ years of experience in backend and/or frontend technologies (e.g., Node.js, Java, Go, TypeScript, React), with a strong foundation in modern authentication protocols and security best practices.
• Experience collaborating with product, engineering, and compliance partners to deliver high-impact solutions.
• The ability to deliver high-quality, well-tested code, and a track record of solving challenging problems with thoughtful trade-offs.

The starting base salary range for this position is typically CAD $148,000 - $185,000, with equity included as part of Remitly’s total compensation plan. Your recruiter can share more information about benefits, equity, and the full compensation package. Compensation may vary depending on location and level.

Our Benefits

• Four weeks vacation
• Health Benefits
• Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
• RRSP plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life Insurance & Disability
• Continuing education and travel benefits

Our Connected Work Culture: Driving Innovation, Together

At Remitly, we believe that true innovation sparks when we come together. Our "Connected Work Culture" fosters dynamic in-person collaboration, where ideas ignite and challenging problems find solutions faster. For corporate team members, we have an in‑office expectation of at least 50% of the time monthly, typically achieved by coming in three days a week. This creates consistent, meaningful overlap that supports team norms and business needs. Managers also have the flexibility to set higher expectations based on their team's specific needs. These intentional in‑office moments are vital for deepening relationships, fueling creativity, and ensuring your impact is felt where it matters most.

Remitly is an E-Verify Employer

At Remitly, we are dedicated to ensuring that our workplace offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates, in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.