FinTech Principal Engineer: Architect & Scale Systems

Roberts Recruiting, LLC; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech startup in Waltham, Massachusetts is seeking a visionary Principal Engineer to lead the charge in software innovation. You will architect cutting-edge solutions and mentor a talented engineering team. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of software development experience, with strong expertise in Golang, Python, React, and TypeScript. Join us to redefine technology in finance and make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development, 5 in a leadership role.
• Experience in FinTech or similar industry preferred.
• Proven expertise in microservices architecture and cloud-native development.

Responsibilities

• Architect and build software solutions using Go, Python, React, and TypeScript.
• Collaborate with executives to define technical strategy.
• Mentor engineering team through implementation of solutions.

Skills

Golang

Python

React

TypeScript

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Job description

We're a cutting-edge FinTech startup revolutionizing the financial world with our advanced SaaS tools. Our mission is to transform risk assessment in financial decision-making, making it smarter, faster, and more efficient for institutions globally.

Who We're Looking For:

A visionary Principal Engineer who's ready to lead the charge in software innovation within the FinTech space. We're seeking a seasoned expert who's not just looking for a job, but is passionate about shaping the future of finance through scalable and innovative technology. If you're a thought leader with a proven track record in system architecture, have a deep understanding of financial systems, and get excited by building cutting-edge solutions, youmight be the game-changer we're looking for!

The Role:

● Architect and build cutting-edge software solutions using Go (Golang), Python, React, and TypeScript.

● Collaborate with C-level executives, product leaders, and the head of engineering to define our technical strategy and roadmap.

● Ensure our systems are robust, scalable, and compliant with industry regulations.

● Lead and mentor a high-performing engineering team through the process of implementing end-to-end solutions.

● Drive continuous improvement initiatives to keep us at the forefront of technology in FinTech.

Skills & Experience:

● Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

● 10+ years of experience in software development with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

● Proven expertise in Golang, Python, React, and TypeScript, or similar languages, with a solid understanding of microservices architecture and cloud-native development.

● Experience delivering complex software projects in a corporate environment, preferably in FinTech or a related industry.

● Strong background in financial systems, risk assessment, and ensuring regulatory compliance within the financial or similar sectors a plus.

● Exceptional leadership skills, with experience managing and mentoring engineering teams to successfully deliver on product roadmaps.

● Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical concepts into actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

● Entrepreneurial mindset with a history of driving strategic initiatives and influencing product development and direction.

If you're ready to lead the software revolution in FinTech, make a significant impact, and shape the future of financial technology, we want to hear from you. We value diversity of thought and background, and we're excited to welcome a visionary leader to our team. Let's redefine the ntersection of technology and finance together!🚀💡