Senior Backend Software Engineer

Promise is an innovative fintech company that's transforming how utilities and government agencies handle debt management through flexible, affordable payment solutions. Backed by over $50 million in funding from prestigious investors and recognized as one of Fast Company's "World's Most Innovative Companies of 2022" and "Forbes Next Billion-Dollar Startups 2024," Promise is at the forefront of financial technology innovation.

As a Senior Backend Software Engineer at Promise, you'll play a crucial role in architecting and implementing the backbone of their payment and financial services platform. The position offers a competitive salary range of $150K-$215K plus equity, reflecting the company's commitment to attracting top talent. The role requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in backend development, with a focus on distributed systems and microservices architecture.

The position combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring you to spend at least 60% of your time coding while also mentoring junior engineers. You'll work with modern technologies including Node.js and cloud platforms like AWS and GCP, building scalable solutions that directly impact people's financial well-being.

Promise offers an attractive benefits package, including 100% covered medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, equity for all full-time employees, and a flexible hybrid work environment. The company culture emphasizes collaboration and innovation, with team members working together in office at least three days per week to maintain strong team dynamics.

This role is perfect for experienced backend engineers who are passionate about using their technical expertise to make a meaningful social impact. You'll be joining a team of experts from leading tech companies like Palantir, Google, and Stripe, working on solutions that help individuals overcome financial challenges while building the next billion-dollar startup in the govtech space.