Robinhood - Software Engineer 2, Backend

Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY$166k - $195k+ Equity1w ago

In Office Mid NA Fintech Cloud Computing Software Engineer Backend Engineer Go Python Kafka Kubernetes Redis AWS

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in software development. • Strong track record of successfully delivering large-scope technical projects in cross-functional team environments. • Commitment to high standards in code quality and review processes. • Solid understanding of backend development, system design, and the intersection of product and engineering. • Proficiency in Go or Python. • Hands-on experience with Kafka or similar data streaming technologies. • Familiarity with managing and processing large-scale datasets. • Experience working at a fintech company or financial institution. • Familiarity with technologies like Postgres, Kubernetes (K8s), Redis, and AWS (or similar cloud platforms).

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and deploy scalable backend services and systems with a strong emphasis on long-term maintainability. • Develop product-facing features and platform enhancements that meet strict correctness and scalability standards. • Identify and implement improvements to system performance, engineering productivity, and risk reduction. • Collaborate closely with client teams, cross-functional partners, and external vendors to deliver impactful technical solutions.

Benefits

• Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career • Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching • Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents • Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more • Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health support • Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more! • Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces • In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits. • Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process. • Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC) • $166,000 - $195,000 USD • Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL) • $147,000 - $172,000 USD • Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL) • $130,000 - $152,000 USD • Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity. • If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application. • AI Usage Disclosure: Robinhood uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our recruiting process. These tools enhance the efficiency and consistency of our hiring process; however, all hiring decisions are made by our hiring teams. • AI Usage Disclosure: • Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.