Sr. Software Engineer, Backend

Acorns

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Remote (US) Posted 118 days ago $200,000–$217,000 / year
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TL;DR

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Acorns, you will join a dedicated team focused on building and scaling investment products that empower millions of customers to build long-term wealth. Your daily responsibilities include analyzing complex business challenges, designing robust software architecture, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring our backend infrastructure remains resilient as we expand our financial wellness offerings. You should have 8-10 years of experience in software engineering or a relevant advanced degree, with expertise in Ruby on Rails, Postgres, and AWS. Familiarity with TypeScript and the fintech industry is beneficial. This role requires exceptional problem-solving skills, technical leadership, and a passion for delivering impactful financial solutions that align with Acorns' mission to improve people's lives through innovative technology.

Skills

Ruby on Rails Postgres AWS TypeScript CI/CD Docker Kubernetes Python JavaScript React Node.js Git Jenkins SonarQube JUnit Selenium BDD TDD RESTful APIs Swagger OAuth JWT GraphQL

What you'll do

  • Design and develop robust backend systems that scale with Acorns' growth.
  • Solve complex technical challenges to ensure smooth system operation.
  • Mentor junior engineers and guide their career development in technical skills.
  • Advocate for customer needs in architectural decisions to improve financial wellness.
  • Bridge communication gaps between technical teams and business stakeholders.

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years of software engineering experience or 5+ with an advanced degree.
  • Expert-level knowledge of backend systems design and architectural best practices.
  • Professional experience with Ruby on Rails and Postgres (preferred).
  • Experience navigating AWS environments to maintain scalable cloud presence.
  • Track record of solving non-routine engineering problems with sound judgment.

Market check

Salary context

This $200,000–$217,000 range sits above 68% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$143,000–$222,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$153,550–$214,500

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Acorns

Acorns is a micro-investing app that rounds up everyday purchases to the nearest dollar and invests the spare change into diversified portfolios, making investing accessible for everyday Americans. Industry: Financial Technology & Micro-Investing

Acorns currently has 2 open roles on FindRole.

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