Product Engineer

Newitymarket; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Performance Bonus

Job summary

NEWITY is seeking a Product Engineer to own end-to-end product features, from requirements to deployment. You will drive full-stack development, collaborate across cross-functional teams, and implement comprehensive testing to ensure quality across the digital lending platform serving 125,000+ business customers.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong problem-solving, and a proactive approach to leveraging AI tools and data-driven insights for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science,engineering, or related technical field.
• 3–5 years of software development experience with full-stack capabilities.
• Experience with modern web frameworks, APIs, and database technologies.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and manual QA processes.
• Interest in fintech and understanding of compliance requirements (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of product features from initial requirement to production deployment.
• Analyze and detail technical specifications based on business requirements and user needs.
• Design, develop, and maintain software solutions across web and API platforms.
• Create and execute comprehensive testing strategies including manual and automated approaches.
• Leverage AI tools and methodologies to enhance development and testing processes.
• Implement data collection, analysis, and reporting features to support business intelligence.
• Collaborate with design, sales, operations, and compliance teams to ensure feature success.
• Provide regular progress reports and technical documentation to stakeholders.
• Monitor and maintain existing features, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
• Stay current with industry best practices in software development, testing, and fintech technologies.

Skills

Full-stack development

Software testing

AI/ML concepts

Data analysis

Technical documentation

Communication

Independent work

Fintech compliance (preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering

Tools

REST APIs

Frontend frameworks

Backend frameworks

CI/CD tooling

Job description

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Product Engineer

Location: Chicago, IL (on-site)

About Us: NEWITY is America’s source for small business capital, dedicated to providing access to tailored commercial loan solutions. Achieving our vision requires more than ambition. It demands resilience, collaboration, accountability, professionalism, and a relentless drive to improve. Our culture moves fast, fosters excellence, and rewards those who lean in. It’s not for everyone, but if you’re energized by challenge, motivated by impact, and ready to grow alongside teammates who share your commitment, there’s no better place to build your career.

Job Summary: We are looking for a Product Engineer with a track record of successin full-stacksoftware development, product management, and end-to-end testing methodologies.

In this role, you will be responsible for the complete lifecycle of product features from requirement gathering to deployment. You will take ownership of product requests, define technical specifications, build solutions, and ensure quality through comprehensive testing. You will work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver features that enhance our digital lending platform and serve our 125,000+ business customers.

Description & Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of product features from initial requirement to production deployment
• Analyze and detail technical specifications based on business requirements and user needs
• Design, develop, and maintain software solutions across web and API platforms
• Create and execute comprehensive testing strategies including manual and automated approaches
• Leverage AI tools and methodologies to enhance development and testing processes
• Implement data collection, analysis, and reporting features to support business intelligence
• Collaborate with design, sales, operations, and compliance teams to ensure feature success
• Provide regular progress reports and technical documentation to stakeholders
• Monitor and maintain existing features, identifying and resolving issues proactively
• Stay current with industry best practices in software development, testing, and fintech technologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science,engineering, or related technical field
• 3-5 years of software development experience with full-stack capabilities
• Experience with modern web frameworks, APIs, and database technologies
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and manual QA processes
• Basic understanding of product management principles and user experience
• Experience with data analysis and basic AI/ML concepts
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder updates
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Interest in fintech and understanding of compliance requirements (preferred)

Benefits

• Base Compensation:$90,000 – 140,000 Per Year + Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan with Company Contribution
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

NEWITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

NEWITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.