Software Engineer, Backend

Robinhood

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Menlo Park, CA
Salary
$166,000–$195,000 / yr
Posted
99 days ago

Market check

Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $201k
This role $180k
$159k most similar roles pay here $232k

This role pays less than 69% of similar roles. Most pay $177,537–$225,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $180k versus about $201k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Robinhood

Robinhood is a financial technology company offering commission-free stock, ETF, options, and cryptocurrency trading through its mobile app, aimed at democratizing access to financial markets. Industry: Financial Technology & Investment App

Robinhood currently has 83 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $187,000–$220,000 across 82 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Software Engineer, Backend

As a Software Engineer at Robinhood, you will join one of the Brokerage, Incentives, or Identity teams to build and maintain backend services that support core financial products used by millions. You’ll design scalable systems with long-term maintainability in mind, develop features for product-facing platforms, and collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to deliver impactful solutions. The role requires proficiency in Go or Python, hands-on experience with Kafka or similar data streaming technologies, and familiarity with managing large-scale datasets. Bonus points include fintech industry experience and knowledge of Postgres, Kubernetes (K8s), Redis, and AWS.

What you'll do

  • Design and build scalable backend services with a focus on long-term maintainability.
  • Develop product features that meet strict correctness and scalability standards.
  • Implement improvements to system performance, engineering productivity, and risk reduction.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful technical solutions.
  • Manage and process large-scale datasets using technologies like Kafka or similar tools.

What we're looking for

  • 2+ years of experience in software development.
  • Strong track record of delivering large-scope technical projects in cross-functional teams.
  • Proficiency in Go or Python and hands-on experience with Kafka or similar data streaming technologies.
  • Solid understanding of backend development, system design, and product engineering integration.
  • Commitment to high standards in code quality and review processes.

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