Job Overview Green Dot Corporation, a leading fintech innovator, is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to join our remote engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will architect, develop, and optimize high-impact software solutions that power our mobile banking, payment processing, and financial services platforms. As a key contributor, you'll work on cutting-edge projects that serve millions of users, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Design and implement robust, scalable backend services and APIs using languages like Java, Python, or Node.js. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and data scientists to define technical requirements and deliver features from concept to production. Conduct code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and champion best practices in software development, testing, and deployment. Optimize application performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and integrate with cloud services such as AWS or Google Cloud. Participate in agile ceremonies, contribute to technical roadmaps, and stay ahead of emerging technologies to drive innovation in fintech. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Minimum 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong emphasis on full-stack or backend development. Proven track record working on production-grade applications in a distributed environment. Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions). Skills Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, Go, or JavaScript/TypeScript. Expertise in relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB). Strong knowledge of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and GraphQL. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and serverless computing. Excellent problem-solving skills, with experience in unit/integration testing (JUnit, pytest) and monitoring tools (Prometheus, ELK stack). Soft skills including strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability in a remote setting. Company Info Green Dot Corporation is a publicly traded fintech company revolutionizing personal finance through prepaid debit cards, mobile banking apps, and B2B payment solutions. Headquartered in Pasadena, CA, we empower underserved consumers with accessible financial tools, processing billions in transactions annually. Our culture values innovation, diversity, and work-life balance, with a commitment to corporate responsibility and community impact. Benefits Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees. Generous 401(k) matching, unlimited PTO, and flexible remote work policy. Professional development stipend, stock options, and wellness programs including mental health support. Growth Opportunities Advance your career through leadership tracks, internal mobility across engineering, product, and data teams, and access to conferences and certifications. Join hackathons, contribute to open-source, and work on high-visibility projects that shape the future of fintech. We invest in your success with mentorship programs and clear paths to principal engineer and beyond.