As a senior software engineer on the Cash App Banking server engineering team, you will lead technical design and execution for new banking features while collaborating closely with product managers, designers, and business leads. You’ll drive architectural decisions, mentor teammates, and apply an AI-first mindset to enhance system robustness and scalability within microservice and event-driven architectures. The role requires 8+ years of software development experience, including leading large-scale feature projects. Key skills include Java, Kotlin, AWS, Kafka, and proficiency with tools like OkHttp, Jetty, JUnit, Guice, Hibernate, MySQL, DynamoDB, DataDog, Prometheus, and SignalFx. This position involves tackling complex problems creatively in a high-growth environment focused on delivering innovative banking solutions at scale.
Lead technical design and execution of new banking features in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Drive architectural decisions to enhance system robustness and scalability within microservice architecture.
Mentor team members by coaching them on technical skills and problem-solving approaches.
Participate in critical discussions to shape product direction and solve complex engineering challenges.
Implement AI-first strategies to improve the application of artificial intelligence in banking solutions.
What we're looking for
8+ years of software development experience or equivalent
Proven ability to lead large-scale feature projects and manage delivery timelines
Expertise in designing systems within microservice and event-driven architectures
Strong coaching and mentoring skills for team growth and technical improvement
Experience with Java, Kotlin, AWS, and various data storage solutions
Knowledge of Kafka, events, and microservices architecture
Proficiency in monitoring tools like DataDog, Prometheus, and SignalFx
Market check
Salary context
This
$217,800–$326,800
range sits above
98%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$117,000–$230,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$142,400–$211,200
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
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About Block
Block, Inc. (formerly Square) is a financial technology company operating the Square merchant payments ecosystem, Cash App peer-to-peer payments, TIDAL music streaming, and Bitcoin-focused financial services. Industry: Financial Technology & Payments
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$180,000–$270,000
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