Software Engineer II - Engineering
Kapitus, Inc.
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Job summary
Kapitus is seeking a Software Engineer to join our team and help design, develop, and maintain software for internal users. You will shape architecture, implement backend services in Python with Flask, and leverage AWS (Lambda, Cognito, SNS, SQS, DynamoDB) within an Agile context.
You will also drive deployment pipelines, collaborate with Product Owners, and mentor junior developers while advancing from a senior engineering role toward technical leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 5+ years of engineering experience.
- Deep understanding of Python (5 years+) with Flask preferred.
- Experience working in AWS—Lambda, Cognito, SNS, SQS, DynamoDB.
- 2+ years of Salesforce experience.
- 3+ years of deployment pipelines and CI/CD.
- Experience building clean, readable code with modern practices.
- Infrastructure-as-code tools such as OpenTofu and Terraform.
- Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Collaborate with Product Owners and leadership to deliver from prioritized roadmap.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Growth mindset and willingness to mentor others.
- Experience in financial services or lending is a strong plus.
- AWS certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software for internal customers from the ground up.
- Define architecture, patterns, and engineering practices for new platform; integrate with legacy apps.
- Develop backend services primarily in Python, with emphasis on Flask.
- Build and integrate solutions using AWS services (Lambda, Cognito, SNS, SQS, DynamoDB).
- Maintain and improve deployment pipelines and CI/CD processes.
- Build and maintain infrastructure with OpenTofu and Terraform.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align with product roadmap in an Agile/Scrum setting.
- Partner with Tech Lead and Engineering Manager to ensure scalable development practices.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering standards.
- Mentor junior developers on Python and engineering practices.
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Job description
As a Software Engineer at Kapitus, you will be working with other developers to design well‑crafted software. We are looking for engineers with a focus on code quality, developed in an agile environment utilizing modern architecture and design practices. Your contributions will empower Kapitus to continue helping small business owners find lending options so they can make payroll during tough times, scale to meet market demands, and make large purchases to scale their operations. You will join a team of engineers tasked with developing the modern interfaces to replace existing legacy systems.
- Design, develop, test, and maintain new software for internal customers from the ground up while providing a strong foundation for future development
- Help define the architecture, technical patterns, and engineering practices for a new platform while integrating with or extracting capabilities from legacy applications
- Develop backend services primarily in Python, with particular emphasis on Flask
- Build and integrate solutions using AWS services, including Lambda, Cognito, SNS, SQS, and DynamoDB
- Maintain and improve deployment pipelines and CI/CD processes
- Build and maintain infrastructure using tools such as OpenTofu and Terraform
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand the product roadmap, communicate progress, identify risks, and support delivery within an Agile/Scrum environment
- Partner with the Tech Lead and Engineering Manager to make sound technical decisions and establish scalable development practices
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to team-wide engineering standards as the team grows
- Mentor junior developers on Python and engineering practices
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 5+ years of engineering experience
- Deep understanding of Python (5 years+) experience in Flask is preferred.
- Experience working in AWS particularly Lambda, Cognito, SNS, SQS, and DynamoDB
- 2+ years of Salesforce experience
- 3 + years of experience building or maintaining deployment pipelines and CI/CD processes
- Experience building clean, readable, and well documented code using modern best practices.
- Experience working with infrastructure-as-code tools such as OpenTofu and Terraform
- Experience working in an Agile environment utilizing Scrum
- Experience collaborating with Product Owners and technical leadership to deliver work from a prioritized roadmap or backlog
- Strong understanding of software development, testing, code quality, maintainability, and technical documentation
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
- Ability to remain organized and effective when working under pressure and managing time‑sensitive deliverables
- A growth mindset and interest in progressing from a senior engineering role toward technical leadership
- A strong sense of mentorship and a willingness to support the development of other team members
- Experience in the financial services or lending industry is a strong plus
- Certification in AWS is preferred
Competitive Base Salary Range of $96,300-$154,400 Kapitus is providing this as a good faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors including the applicant’s geographic location, skills, and experience.
– Up to 10% annually
Comprehensive medical, dental, and employer‑paid vision plans through UnitedHealthcare (UHC), with various coverage levels available to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Additional perks through UHC include: Sweat Equity, free subscription to the Calm App, UHC rewards, Real Appeal, and Quit For Life.
Set aside pre‑tax dollars from your paycheck to pay for qualified out‑of‑pocket medical, dental, vision, pharmacy or dependent care expenses.
Employer sponsored post‑tax benefits that allow reimbursement for expenses related to physical, mental and financial well‑being.
Kapitus fully covers the cost of basic short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, as well as vision insurance, ensuring our employees have comprehensive protection without any personal expense.
Supplemental life insurance as well as enhanced short- and long‑term disability coverage are available through Mutual of Omaha, providing additional security for our employees. Additionally, Colonial Accident and Hospitalization insurances are also available, offering further protection against unforeseen events.
Beyond state‑mandated leave policies, Kapitus provides company‑paid maternity and parental leave, supporting our employees during important family milestones.
We offer pre‑tax benefits on parking and commuter expenses to cover travel to and from work.
Enhance your lifestyle with our LifeBalance membership, which offers discounts on outdoor activities, the arts, health, and fitness. Additional benefits include: Pet and car insurance discounts. Financial services such as LegalShield. Relaxation and stress management tools.
Access exclusive discounts on shows, travel, car rentals, and more, enriching your personal and family life.
Pursue further education with up to $5,000 annually in tuition reimbursement, plus opportunities to attend relevant conferences and career development events. Managed through our LSA plan, Kapitus Academy.
We also offer travel reimbursement for all work‑related travel, supporting your involvement in career and personal development activities.
Paid Time Off and Sick Time.
Our 401K plan is managed through Fidelity. To support your long‑term financial goals, the company provides a 25% match on your contributions, up to 6% of your annual salary.
Kapitus is one of the most reliable and respected names in small business financing. As both a direct lender and a marketplace built with a trusted network of lending partners, we can provide small businesses with the financing they need when, and how it is needed. We have spent our entire existence building a culture that makes us excited to come to work in the morning. Our company is fast paced, teammates need to be self‑directed and have an internal motivation to do the right thing, even when the right thing takes a lot of hard work. We show our teammates our appreciation by offering great benefits, competitive pay and solid opportunity for growth.
At Kapitus, our mission is to help small business owners grow their organizations by providing tailored, transparent, and ethical financing solutions. We invest in every business owner’s story and we are dedicated to building lasting relationships to champion their goals. We promise to keep the best interests of our clients at the center of the financing process by operating with transparency, fairness, and integrity.
Consideration will be given to qualified remote candidates residing in states where Kapitus and/or one of its subsidiaries has an established physical presence.
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