Software Engineer II (Backend)

FairSquare; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

FairSquare is seeking a talented Software Engineer II (Backend) to join their innovative team in Atlanta, GA. The role involves developing and maintaining APIs, with a focus on JavaScript and TypeScript. As part of a hybrid team environment, you'll work with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality functionality in a rapidly growing digital lending landscape.

Benefits

Bonus incentives

401k match

Health and welfare benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in backend development with Node.js.
• Strong experience with JavaScript and TypeScript.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain APIs using JavaScript.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements.
• Implement server-side logic using Node.js and Next.js.

Skills

JavaScript

TypeScript

Node.js

API Development

Microservices

AWS

React

Jest Testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

Job description

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Software Engineer II

Software Engineer II

$120,000-$170,000 Base Salary, Position eligible for additional incentives including bonus, 401k match, health and welfare benefits.

Location: Hybrid to Atlanta, GA

FairSquare is creating a new, state-of-the-art digital lending company. We will launch fully digital lending offering targeted to SMBs seeking an automated loan experience. The company will differentiate itself from competitors via superior technology, risk management, data science, a fully digital UI, and a customer-first experience that emphasizes ease of use, fairness and transparency in pricing, and recognition of customer loyalty.

In order to maximize speed-to-market and efficiency, FairSquare intends to leverage the availability state-of-the art technology service providers and platforms. At the same time, FairSquare will build a robust set of modules around these platforms that will serve to differentiate our offerings in the marketplace and to its customers.

Summary

We are seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer II with a strong background in JavaScript or TypeScript and extensive experience in API development to join our small but dynamic team. As a Software Engineer II, you will play a key role in implementing, and maintaining the server-side logic of our applications, ensuring seamless integration with front-end elements, third-party vendors, and supporting the overall functionality of our products.

Major Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain APIs using JavaScript to support the functionality of our applications.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements using server-side logic.
• Integrate with third-party APIs to aggregate data from various sources.
• Implement server-side logic using JavaScript or TypeScript, with a focus on Node.js and Next.js.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as product, design, and third-party vendors, to prioritize tasks, and deliver high-quality software.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and diagrams for codes and APIs, enabling seamless collaboration within the team.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in backend development with Nodejs.
• Strong experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript frameworks such as React.
• Experience with Jest unit testing.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture.
• Experience with deploying software in AWS environment.
• Experience in the financial or lending industry is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  

FairSquare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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