Senior Software Engineer, Remitly Business

About the role

Remitly is committed to providing individuals the ability to manage their finances across borders. Since our inception in 2011, we have focused on delivering secure and straightforward solutions for global money transfers. We are looking for innovative thinkers who are eager to contribute to our mission of empowering customers to navigate their financial journeys. Join our team of over 2,800 dedicated professionals who are passionate about transforming lives through reliable financial services.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Establish the technical standards by developing code that is well-tested, reliable, and scalable, setting a benchmark for the team.
• Lead projects by breaking down features into manageable components for timely execution, while contributing to team-level strategic planning and system design discussions.
• Promote engineering excellence by adhering to best practices in security, reliability, and quality, actively addressing technical debt.
• Collaborate with various teams, including engineering, product management, and design, to achieve common goals while guiding peers in making informed decisions.
• Effectively communicate complex technical concepts and proposals to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in software engineering within a collaborative environment, demonstrating proficiency as a fullstack developer across both frontend and backend systems.
• Strong knowledge of one or more programming languages relevant to specific technical areas (e.g., security, distributed systems, big data) and openness to learning new languages and frameworks.
• Proven experience in designing secure, scalable, and efficient software using cloud infrastructure, along with providing constructive feedback on technical designs.
• Experience leading team-level projects, including decomposing features into parallel development tasks and estimating delivery timelines.
• Background in mentoring developers through code reviews and retrospectives.
• Ability to articulate best practices related to error handling, observability, and operational excellence.

Compensation Details

The typical starting base salary for this position ranges from $180,000 to $270,000. Employees in the U.S. are shareholders in the company, and equity is included in the overall compensation package. Additional details about medical benefits and other financial incentives will be provided by your recruiter.

Our Benefits

• Flexible paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a 401k plan with company matching
• Paid leave for parental, medical, military, and family care
• Mental health support and family planning benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Opportunities for continuing education

Our Connected Work Culture

At Remitly, we believe that collaboration drives innovation. Our Connected Work Culture encourages in-person teamwork, where ideas flourish and challenges are addressed more effectively. Corporate team members are expected to be in the office at least 50% of the time monthly, typically three days a week, to foster meaningful interactions and enhance creativity. Managers may set higher expectations based on their team's specific needs, as these in-office engagements are crucial for building relationships and maximizing impact.

Remitly is an E-Verify Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.