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Full-Time

Senior Devops Engineer

Posted on 6/27/2024

Figure

Figure

201-500 employees

Blockchain-based home equity lending solutions

Fintech
Crypto & Web3

Compensation Overview

$119.7k - $149.6kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity

Mid

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid work options available; stipend for home office and technology for remote work.

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
DevOps Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Agile
Git
AWS
Terraform
Nginx
Development Operations (DevOps)
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 3-4 years of DevOps/SRE/development experience in a fast-paced, agile environment.
  • An understanding of DevOps best practices and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
  • The ability to drive a project from concept to release.
  • Experience with cloud computing providers such as GCP or AWS.
  • Proficiency with Kubernetes, Kubernetes Operators and modern API Gateways, such as Kong or NGINX.
  • Experience in Go or a similar programming language.
  • A drive for Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or OpenTofu, along with automation using Atlantis, Terraform Cloud, or similar solutions.
  • Experience with scaling CI/CD platforms, such as Github Actions and ArgoCD, with an emphasis on engineer satisfaction.
  • Experience maintaining high availability and/or high traffic production web environments.
Responsibilities
  • Greatly enhance our engineer’s experience by implementing new features for our internal platforms.
  • Take the initiative to find and solve problems to improve processes.
  • Drive innovative technical solutions while adhering to iterative principles.
  • Collaborate with project leads and other software engineers across multiple teams.
  • Use your voice and apply your technical skills to solve real-world problems.
  • Participate in a team on-call rotation.

Figure is a financial technology company that uses blockchain technology to improve financial transactions, specifically for homeowners. It offers products like Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) and mortgage refinancing, allowing homeowners to access their home equity quickly and efficiently. The application process is fully online, enabling funds to be accessed in as little as five days, which is much faster than traditional banks that can take weeks or months. By utilizing blockchain, Figure enhances the security and cost-effectiveness of transactions. The company generates revenue through origination fees and interest on loans, with competitive rates starting at 3.49% APR. Targeting homeowners in various U.S. states, Figure aims to meet the demand for quick access to home equity for purposes like home improvements or debt consolidation. The goal is to provide a reliable and efficient solution in the home equity lending market.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$1.9B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

-19%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The launch of Figure Connect, a blockchain-based private credit marketplace, positions the company as an innovator in capital markets.
  • The appointment of Michael Tannenbaum as CEO brings experienced leadership, potentially driving further growth and innovation.
  • Figure's AI-powered chatbot and DART System streamline the HELOC origination process, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience.

What critics are saying

  • The volatile nature of the blockchain and crypto markets could impact Figure's operations and customer trust.
  • Competition from traditional banks and other fintech companies may pressure Figure to continuously innovate and reduce costs.

What makes Figure unique

  • Figure leverages blockchain technology to offer faster and more secure home equity lending solutions, setting it apart from traditional financial institutions.
  • The company's fully online application process allows homeowners to access funds within five days, significantly quicker than the industry standard.
  • Figure's competitive interest rates and origination fees make it an attractive option for homeowners looking to tap into their home equity.

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Benefits

Health & wellness - Figure pays 100% of premium costs for employees and dependents for medical, dental, and vision insurance (with the exception of costs associated with the buy-up medical plan.)

Continuing education - Figure will reimburse eligible employees for approved continuing education that either offers growth in an area related to his or her current position or that may lead to promotional opportunities.

Flexible time off - We offer 10 company-wide holidays plus one personal holiday, generous Flexible Time Away (FTA), Paid Time Off (PTO), and Paid Parental Leave.

Bonus & stock options - Figure’s Bonus Plan recognizes and rewards eligible employees’ efforts and contributions. Eligible employees are also granted an option to purchase a set number of shares of Figure’s common stock.

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