Junior Software Engineer with Accounting Experience

About the role

You will partner with cross-functional teams to enhance and maintain software solutions that power critical financial processes. You will be an integral part of the software development lifecycle, from design through deployment and support. This role gives you the opportunity to work as an integrated team member while developing new features and improving existing systems. You will leverage your accounting background to identify gaps and drive improvements in automation and reconciliation workflows. Your contributions will ensure compliance with project plans and industry standards, and you will provide support and consulting on software systems usage across the organization.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance and maintain software solutions for financial processes.
• Be an integral part of the software development lifecycle, participating in design, implementation, and maintenance activities.
• Work as an integrated team member developing new features that align with product and business goals.
• Leverage your accounting background to identify gaps and improve automation and reconciliation workflows.
• Evaluate and deploy software tools, processes, and metrics to increase efficiency and reliability.
• Provide support and consulting on software systems usage to ensure effective adoption and issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with project plans and industry standards throughout the development lifecycle.
• Assist in the design, development, and installation of software solutions that meet business requirements.
• Write, test, and document code to deliver high-quality, innovative, and fully performing software components.
• Build and maintain technical solutions that adhere to coding standards and defined technical designs.

Requirements

• You have prior experience as an accountant or financial analyst in a professional setting.
• You possess a solid understanding of financial operations such as reconciliation, reporting, and compliance.
• You hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or a related field.
• You are proficient in at least one programming language, such as Python, Java, or Go.
• You are familiar with database systems like MySQL or PostgreSQL for storage and retrieval tasks.
• You have experience with backend API development and integration.
• You have hands-on experience with relational databases, including storing and retrieving data efficiently.
• You demonstrate familiarity with software engineering tools, development methodologies, and release processes.
• You have demonstrated experience working with Claude or equivalent large language model tools and are comfortable leveraging AI to enhance productivity, research, and communication.

Nice to have

No additional preferred items specified beyond the core requirements and technical stack.

Practical notes

This role is remote and based in Chile. Compensation for this position ranges from $1,500 to $4,000 per month on a gross basis in USD. The engagement type is detailed within the source information and should be confirmed during the application process.

Sezzle Technical Stack

• Languages: Golang, Typescript, Python
• Frontend: Typescript
• React and React Native
• Backend: Golang
• Database: MySQL, Postgres, Elasticsearch
• DevOps & Cloud: AWS, Kubernetes
• Version Control: Git
• CI/CD: Gitlab
• Testing: Unit, Integration, and end-to-end testing
• Sezzle is focused on using open source, and the team builds what they can before buying!

About Sezzle

Sezzle is revolutionizing the shopping experience beyond payments, blending cutting-edge tech with seamless, interest-free installment plans that make shopping smarter and more accessible. The mission is to financially empower the next generation while driving real impact on merchant sales through increased conversions and higher order values. As Sezzle continues to shape the future of fintech and retail, the team is building an innovative, dynamic environment for professionals passionate about creating more than just a transaction but a truly unique shopping journey.

Interview Process

Sezzle values transparency throughout the hiring journey. Feedback is provided regularly, and expectations are set clearly from the start. Advancement through each step of the process is not guaranteed.

• Application submitted (you are here)
• Wonderlic test (30-40 min)
• Coding assessment (~1.5 hours)
• Interview with recruiters (30 min)
• Interview with engineers (1 hour)
• Interview with engineering leadership (30-45 min)
• Offer!

About You

You bring relentlessly high standards to every task and drive those around you to deliver great results, ensuring problems are fixed permanently. You are not bound by convention and thrive on developing new ways to do things. You prioritize action and embrace calculated risk-taking because speed matters in business. You earn trust by listening attentively, speaking candidly, and treating others respectfully. You disagree and then commit fully, challenging decisions when necessary with tenacity and conviction. You deliver results by focusing on key inputs and maintaining quality under pressure, even when facing setbacks.

What Makes Working at Sezzle Awesome

At Sezzle, the culture is defined by the people you hire - the best and the brightest individuals who share passion, innovation, and excellence. The environment is built on visible behaviors and values demonstrated by every team member, not by superficial perks designed to imitate a traditional startup.