Senior Backend Engineer

CashClever, Corp.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CashClever, Corp. is seeking a skilled backend engineer to design and build scalable APIs and microservices for financial platforms. You will work on processing large volumes of financial data and create real-time insights systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration with frontend teams, secure coding, and cloud-based deployment using AWS and Kubernetes. A strong foundation in OOP and multiple backend languages is expected.

Qualifications

• Strong backend development experience with scalable APIs and microservices
• Advanced software development skills focusing on clean architecture, testing, and maintainability
• Proficiency in OOP and common design patterns
• Solid programming skills in one or more modern backend languages (e.g., Java, Kotlin, C#, Python, Go)
• Understanding of frontend concepts to collaborate with frontend teams
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases, caching, and message queues
• Background in fintech or high-availability transactional systems is beneficial
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), CI/CD pipelines, and containerization
• Commitment to secure coding practices, data privacy, and regulatory compliance
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration in fast-paced environments
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience

Responsibilities

• Build scalable backend services
• Design APIs supporting financial experiences
• Move and process large volumes of financial data
• Build integrations with Finance Lenders
• Develop real-time financial insights systems
• Improve system performance and reliability

Skills

Backend API design

Microservices architecture

OOP programming

Clean code & testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Security & data privacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Java

Kotlin

C#

Python

Go

PostgreSQL

Redis

Kafka

Kubernetes

AWS

Job description

Company Description

CashClever is a smart financial platform focused on helping individuals make informed financing decisions with transparency, trust, and strong customer service. The company enables consumers to compare top mortgages and auto loans from leading financial institutions, simplifying lending and helping users check rates quickly. CashClever is driven by a mission to reduce overpayment on financing and insurance, putting more money back into the hands of consumers. By empowering better financial choices, CashClever aims to support broader economic growth and individual prosperity, while partnering with lenders seeking quality borrowers.

Technology Stack

• JavaScript
• PostgreSQL
• Redis
• Kafka
• Kubernetes
• AWS
• REST APIs
• Event-driven architectures

Responsibilities

• Build scalable backend services
• Design APIs supporting financial experiences
• Move and Process large volumes of financial data
• Build integrations with Finance Lenders
• Develop real-time financial insights systems
• Improve system performance and reliability

Qualifications

• Strong Back-End Web Development experience, including building scalable APIs and microservices.
• Advanced Software Development skills with a focus on clean architecture, testing, and maintainability.
• Proficiency in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and common design patterns.
• Solid Programming skills in one or more modern languages commonly used for backend systems (e.g., Java, Kotlin, C#, Python, Go, or similar).
• Understanding of Front-End Development concepts to collaborate effectively with frontend teams.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases, caching, and message queues.
• Background in financial services, fintech, or high-availability transactional systems is beneficial.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure), CI/CD pipelines, and containerization tools.
• Commitment to secure coding practices, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.