The role provides both hybrid and remote options for this role, although there is a preference for candidates to be based in New York City or Austin for the hybrid option.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead engineering strategy and execution across frontend, backend, and infrastructure.
- Revamp and modernize the frontend architecture using React, TypeScript, and best practices for performance, security, and maintainability.
- Own technical decisions around frameworks, system design, scalability, and product tradeoffs.
- Contribute hands-on to development, particularly in the frontend codebase, while also supporting backend efforts (Python)
- Build, mentor, and scale the engineering team, establishing a high-velocity, high-ownership engineering culture.
- Partner closely with the CTO to define milestones, shape the roadmap, and translate business goals into technical solutions.
- Implement engineering best practices including code reviews, testing strategy, CI/CD, observability, and documentation.
Desirable Requirements:
- Strong background in Frontend engineering – ideally extensive experience with React and Typescript
- Experience with working in a start-up is important for this role – proven experience with building from 0 -> 1
- Expertise mentoring and scaling engineering teams while still being hands-on would be important for the role
- Experience with working within FinTech would be a plus
The role offers long-term earning potential with a strong compensation package, including a strong equity component.
