Principal Software Engineer, Platform

San Francisco, USA
Full time
Office
Compensation is not specified
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Software Engineer
Description

** About Figure**

Figure is transforming financial services through its innovative and rapidly expanding technology platform. Leveraging extensive partnerships and loan origination activities, Figure aims to introduce new products that drive efficiency and transparency within the industry. The platform, powered by cutting-edge technology, supports more transparent and efficient capital markets, fostering growth through the assets originated on it. The Figure team is dedicated, driven, and innovative, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and a passion for innovation. Individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset who value innovation will thrive in our culture. 

At Figure, each day offers continuous learning opportunities while maintaining a focus on impactful work. Join a team of experienced leaders who have successfully generated significant value in the financial technology sector. 

Role Overview

Figure Technology Solutions is actively growing its businesses, expanding teams, and elevating its technology solutions. We seek team members who are curious, innovative, and collaborative, with a core focus on engineering at the forefront of disrupting the financial services industry through a blockchain-native lending solution. Every engineer plays a pivotal role in shaping the team's dynamics and driving the company's growth. 

As FTS advances its Lending as a Service platform, the role involves creating a shared software development platform, particularly focused on IAM (Identity and Access Management) technology. This position is critical for developing solutions to smoothly onboard partners and ensure a secure, user-friendly experience for customers and partners. Leveraging expertise in multitenant technology, the role involves collaborating across teams to establish a stable platform for all products.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead with a tech-driven approach to solve real-world challenges
  • Collaborate with diverse teams across Engineering, Data Science, Product, and Leadership to seize opportunities and position FTS as a leader in the FinTech industry
  • Work in tandem with DevOps, SecOps, and business teams to deliver a secure, multi-tenant authentication environment for Lending as a Service
  • Partner with business teams and external partners to implement authentication integration using external identity providers
  • Develop robust customer authentication systems for B2C and B2B2C scenarios 
  • Work with partners to enable Web3 wallet-based authentication
  • Provide guidance to development teams and troubleshoot technical issues
  • Design solutions with backward compatibility and seamless adoption 
  • Establish and manage a company-wide platform for building internal tools, microservices, and customer-facing applications 
  • Drive innovation within the lending platform and lead on security initiatives

Qualifications

  • Must exhibit a positive, team-focused attitude with a strong initiative to execute effectively
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Statistics, or related field 
  • Minimum 12 years of software engineering experience in an agile environment
  • Leadership experience in projects with multitenant architecture 
  • Proficiency in identity and authorization in a multitenant setting 
  • Demonstrated ability to independently drive projects from conceptualization to release

Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive salary and opportunities for growth
  • Quarterly performance-based bonus opportunity 
  • Equity stock options package 
  • Comprehensive health, vision, dental insurance, and wellness programs 
  • Life and disability insurance coverage 
  • Various employee benefits including HSA, FSA, 401k, and commuter benefits 
  • Paid family leave up to 12 weeks 
  • Options for in-office, remote, or hybrid work setups 
  • Home office and technology stipend for remote employees 
  • Flexible time-off policy 
  • Reimbursement for continuing education 
  • Regular team swag deliveries

For residents in CO, NY, CA, and WA, the salary range is $156,640 - $234,960 with up to a 25% Bonus and Equity. Actual compensation may vary based on individual candidate experience and location.

Residents in California should review our California Employee and Prospective Employee Privacy Notice for more information. By submitting an application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the notice.

FTS does not provide sponsorship for this position. All hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States in compliance with federal law.

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