Software Development Engineer II @ Remitly
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Overview
At Remitly, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access, move, and manage their money wherever life takes them. Since 2011, we've delivered secure, simple, and reliable financial services for customers sending money globally. Join over 2,800 passionate Remitlians united by our vision to transform lives with trusted financial services.
About the Role
The Recipient Experience team ensures that funds reach the right recipient, safely and without delay. As a Software Development Engineer II, you will work in a front-end leaning full-stack team to solve complex challenges and improve the recipient experience across global markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Build for scale: Design and implement solutions using React, GraphQL, and Java/Kotlin.
- Design: Engage in brainstorming, technical design, and grooming sessions.
- Craft with pride: Emphasize product quality and robust software build.
- Collaborate: Work with product managers, data scientists, and fellow engineers.
- Reporting: Report to the Engineering Manager of the Money Movement Experience team.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 6+ years of engineering experience in a team environment.
- Experience in leading full-stack development and mentoring other engineers.
- Familiarity with CI/CD and advanced deployment strategies.
Benefits & Culture
Remitly offers competitive compensation, equity participation (in Canada), and benefits such as three weeks vacation, health benefits, parental leave, mental health support, employee stock purchase plan, life insurance, and more.
Our Connected Work Culture emphasizes in-person collaboration with an expectation of being onsite at least three days a week for corporate team members. This structure fosters creativity and effective problem-solving.
Key skills/competency
- React
- GraphQL
- Java
- Kotlin
- CI/CD
- Full-stack
- Mentorship
- Collaboration
- Scalability
- Design
How to Get Hired at Remitly
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Remitly's culture: Study their mission, values, and global impact.
- Customize your resume: Highlight full-stack and leadership experience.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize your work with React, GraphQL, and Java/Kotlin.
- Prepare for interviews: Focus on problem-solving and system design scenarios.