Software Engineer, Backend
Robinhood Markets, Inc. · Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY ·
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Category
- Backend
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Company size
- 1000+
You will build and own backend services, infrastructure, and data systems that support core financial products. You will design, implement, test, and deploy scalable, maintainable services, develop product-facing features, optimize system performance, and collaborate with client teams, cross-functional partners, and external vendors to deliver reliable technical solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design build test and deploy scalable backend services and systems
- Develop product-facing features and platform enhancements meeting correctness and scalability standards
- Identify and implement improvements to system performance engineering productivity and risk reduction
- Collaborate with client teams cross-functional partners and external vendors to deliver technical solutions
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in software development
- Proven track record delivering large-scope technical projects in cross-functional teams
- Commitment to high standards in code quality and review processes
- Solid understanding of backend development system design and product-engineering intersections
- Proficiency in Go or Python
- Hands-on experience with Kafka or similar data streaming technologies
- Familiarity with managing and processing large-scale datasets
Benefits
- Performance-driven compensation with bonus programs equity ownership and 401(k) matching
- 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
- Lifestyle wallet benefits spending account for wellness and learning
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance fertility benefits and mental health support
- Paid time off including company holidays sick time and parental leave
- Exceptional office experience with catered meals and events