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RobinhoodSoftware Engineer, Backend
Robinhood is seeking a Software Engineer, Backend to join its engineering organization. The company builds financial products designed to democratize finance, operating within teams such as…
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Robinhood is seeking a Software Engineer, Backend to join its engineering organization. The company builds financial products designed to democratize finance, operating within teams such as Brokerage, Incentives, and Identity. In this position, the selected engineer will develop and oversee backend infrastructure, systems, and data platforms supporting core Robinhood offerings. This role requires on-site attendance in Menlo Park, California, or New York City for a minimum of three days per…
Job Description
Robinhood is seeking a Software Engineer, Backend to join its engineering organization. The company builds financial products designed to democratize finance, operating within teams such as Brokerage, Incentives, and Identity. In this position, the selected engineer will develop and oversee backend infrastructure, systems, and data platforms supporting core Robinhood offerings. This role requires on-site attendance in Menlo Park, California, or New York City for a minimum of three days per week.
The ideal candidate is a proactive builder capable of tackling complex scalability hurdles while adhering to strict correctness standards. Engineers in this position collaborate with product teams, client groups, and external partners to launch new features, prevent fraud, and handle large-scale datasets. Robinhood provides performance-driven compensation, equity grants, bonus programs, and comprehensive health benefits.
This opportunity is well-suited for software developers who want to apply frontier technologies to financial systems. Professionals will gain deep expertise in U.S. financial markets while working in a high-performing environment focused on user growth, regulatory compliance, and scalable architecture.
Responsibilities
- Design, test, build, and deploy scalable backend services and systems with a focus on long-term maintainability
- Develop product features and platform enhancements meeting strict scalability and correctness criteria
- Identify and execute improvements for system performance, risk mitigation, and engineering productivity
- Partner closely with client groups, cross-functional teams, and outside vendors to deliver technical solutions
Requirements
- Minimum of two years of software development experience
- Demonstrated track record of delivering large-scope technical projects in cross-functional environments
- Proficiency in Go or Python
- Hands-on experience with Kafka or comparable data streaming technologies
- Familiarity with managing and processing large datasets
Qualifications
- Prior work experience at a financial institution or fintech company
- Familiarity with Kubernetes (K8s), Postgres, Redis, and AWS or similar cloud platforms
Core Skills
Benefits
- Performance-driven compensation including bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
- Fully paid health insurance for employees and 90% coverage for dependents
- Lifestyle wallet for wellness, learning, and related expenses
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health support
- Paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and company holidays
- On-site perks including catered meals and events
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the location and remote work policy for this role?
This position is based out of Robinhood's offices in Menlo Park, California, or New York City. In-person attendance is required at least three days per week.
What are the core technical requirements for the Backend Software Engineer?
Candidates must have at least two years of software development experience, proficiency in Python or Go, practical experience with Kafka or similar streaming technologies, and familiarity with processing large-scale datasets.
What compensation and benefits are offered?
The position offers a base pay range varying by location zone (such as $166,000 to $195,000 for Zone 1), alongside performance-driven bonuses, equity, 401(k) matching, 100% paid employee health insurance, a lifestyle wallet, and paid time off.
What employment type is this job?
The posting specifies that this is a full-time position.
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