Staff Software Engineer, Backend

Creditly Corp; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Fitness reimbursement or gym membership

401(k) with a 3.5% match

Meal program

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Creditly Corp is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to architect and scale its core financial products. You will lead backend system design, ensuring performance and security while collaborating with product and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience (8+ years) in building high-performance backend systems and a strong understanding of secure coding practices. Join a dynamic fintech environment focused on improving financial wellness for its users.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in high-performance backend systems.
• Expertise in large-scale distributed systems architecture.
• Comfortable collaborating with frontend teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with data privacy and secure coding.

Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable backend systems.
• Lead technical discussions and drive best practices.
• Collaborate across teams on impactful features.

Skills

Backend system design

Collaborative problem solving

Technical leadership

Security practices

Lending and financial services knowledge

Job description

Company

Credit Genie is a mobile-first financial wellness platform designed to help individuals take control of their financial future. We leverage artificial intelligence to provide personalized insights and are building a financial ecosystem by offering tools and services that provide instant access to cash, and building credit. Our goal is to empower every customer to achieve long-term financial stability.

Founded in 2019 by Ed Harycki, former Swift Capital Founder acquired by PayPal in 2017. Backed by Khosla Ventures and led by industry pioneers from companies such as PayPal, Square, and Cash App, we are well positioned to build the future of inclusive finance through cutting‑edge technology and customer‑centric solutions.

Overview

As a Staff Software Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our platform, designing and building the core systems that power our financial products. You’ll have the opportunity to architect scalable infrastructure, drive technical direction, and work on products from the ground up. This is a rare chance to join a fast‑growing fintech startup where your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on both the company and the financial well‑being of our users.

What You'll Do

• Design, Build, and Scale – Own backend systems end-to-end, from architecture to deployment, ensuring high performance, security, and scalability for next-generation financial products.
• Greenfield Development – Work on new projects from scratch, making foundational technical decisions that will shape our platform for years to come.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with product, design, data science, and adjacent engineering teams to build impactful features and solve complex business challenges.
• Technical Leadership – Lead critical technical, design, and product discussions, driving best practices in system design, coding, testing, and DevOps.
• Customer-Focused Innovation – Scope, build, and optimize products and services that deliver immediate and meaningful value to users.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience designing, building, and scaling high-performance backend systems in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Expertise in architecting and productionizing large-scale distributed systems.
• Comfortable working across multiple technical areas and collaborating with frontend/mobile teams.
• Passion for tackling complex challenges with structured thinking and analytical rigor. Ability to break down intricate systems, identify flaws, and implement scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions.
• Thrives in a fast-moving, iterative environment with a bias for action. Excited to take full ownership of projects, drive impact, and work cross-functionally with product, design, and engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of data privacy, compliance, and secure coding practices. Experience with designing resilient and reliable systems that meet high security and regulatory standards.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with products related to lending, credit cards, payments, or other financial services.
• Familiarity with mobile app ecosystems and financial technology.

Benefits and Perks

Our goal is to provide a comprehensive offering of benefits and perks that promote better financial, mental, and physical wellness.

We believe working alongside each other in person is the best way to build a great product and foster a strong company culture. Our expectation is that employees are in the office five days a week, allowing for optimal collaboration, inclusivity, and productivity. At the same time, we understand that life happens and recognize the importance of flexibility. We are committed to supporting our employees when circumstances arise that require remote work or adjusted schedules. Our goal is to ensure everyone can effectively balance personal and professional responsibilities while maintaining our collaborative and productive environment.

Here are some highlights of our benefits and perks offerings, feel free to ask your recruiting partner for more details on our comprehensive offering for employees.

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents on your first day of employment.
• Receive up to $100 per month in fitness reimbursement or enjoy a complimentary full membership to LifeTime Fitness or Equinox.
• 401(k) with a 3.5% match and immediate vesting.
• Meal program available for both lunch and dinner.
• Pre‑tax benefits, including a $1,000 HSA match.
• Life and accidental insurance.
• Flexible PTO.

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total compensation and rewards package at Credit Genie. You may also be eligible to participate in the bonus and equity programs. You will also have access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, short & long term disability insurance, life insurance, and flexible PTO along with many other benefits and perks.

Credit Genie is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer where we welcome and celebrate differences. We are committed to providing a workspace that is safe and inclusive, where everyone feels supported, connected, and inspired to do their best work. If you require any accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, please inform us of your needs when we contact you to schedule an interview.