Full-Time

Staff Backend Engineer

Magnifi

Updated on 12/5/2024

TIFIN

TIFIN

201-500 employees

AI-driven personalized wealth management solutions

Fintech
AI & Machine Learning
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$175k - $190kAnnually

Senior, Expert

New York, NY, USA + 1 more

More locations: Boulder, CO, USA

Hybrid role requiring in-office presence in Boulder, Colorado or New York, NY.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
SQL
Postgres
MongoDB
Development Operations (DevOps)
Requirements
  • Degree in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of hands-on experience in software development, primary focused on the backend.
  • A deep understanding of software architecture, backend infrastructure, and cloud technologies.
  • Passionate about solving complex problems and delivering scalable, high-quality systems.
  • In-depth knowledge of one or more programming languages (Python required).
  • Ability to work comprehensively with various databases (Postgres, SQL, MongoDB, etc.).
  • Ability to thrive in a highly demanding, entrepreneurial, and fast-paced environment.
  • Highly flexible, good tolerance for ambiguity, and able to quickly adapt to changing priorities.
  • A top performer with a proactive approach who has a “doer” & problem-solver mentality.
  • An exceptional team player with strong communication skills.
  • Excited about shaping and influencing the engineering culture, especially in an early-stage, fast-growing environment.
  • Ability to be hybrid in office in Boulder, Colorado or New York, NY.
Responsibilities
  • Work on the architecture and design of our AI Assistant, ensuring scalability, performance, and seamless integration across all systems.
  • Act as the go-to expert for complex technical challenges and decisions, providing expert insights and solutions.
  • Actively contribute to coding, system design, and code reviews, maintaining high standards of software quality.
  • Work on the development, testing, and deployment of scalable software solutions, focusing on backend and infrastructure components.
  • Work closely with product management, DevOps, and other engineering teams to drive innovation and align technology with business goals.
  • Build and maintain a culture of continuous improvement, embracing best practices in software development and architecture.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to define the technical roadmap, make build vs. buy decisions, and recommend technology investments.
  • Look for opportunities to enhance system efficiency, reliability, and scalability.
  • Help shape the company's engineering culture as an early-stage hire, making a significant impact on its future direction.

TIFIN enhances wealth management by using artificial intelligence to provide personalized solutions for various clients, including individual investors, financial advisors, and asset managers. Its platforms are designed to improve wealth outcomes by eliminating frictions and creating engaging user experiences. TIFIN's unique approach focuses on tailoring wealth management services to meet the specific needs of its clients, which is increasingly important in the evolving financial services sector. The company generates revenue through its AI-driven solutions and maintains a values-based culture that supports its mission to serve individuals effectively.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$231.2M

Headquarters

Boulder, Colorado

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • TIFIN's international expansion includes launching TIFIN India, tapping into a vast market.
  • Strategic alliances, like with GenWealth, enhance TIFIN's collaborative AI-driven solutions.
  • Experienced leaders like Jeannette Kuda and Rob Pettman drive TIFIN's growth and innovation.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from firms like Betterment and Wealthfront threatens TIFIN's market share.
  • Rapid AI advancements could render TIFIN's offerings obsolete without continuous innovation.
  • Expansion into India exposes TIFIN to regulatory risks and regional challenges.

What makes TIFIN unique

  • TIFIN uses AI to personalize wealth management, enhancing investor experiences.
  • The company creates fintech firms focused on wealth management, investments, and personal finance.
  • TIFIN's ecosystem combines investment intelligence, data science, and technology for financial well-being.

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Benefits

Performance linked variable compensation, including equity

Medical, dental, vision, insurance

Open PTO and Company-paid holidays

Remote work flexibility

Corporate Social Responsibilty opportunities

Fully stocked office kitchens

Company sponsored events