Lead Engineer

We’re looking for talented professionals, anywhere in the United States, to join us in bringing smart money management and payment solutions to everyone’s fingertips.

At Green Dot, we are evolving to a new and permanent “Work from Anywhere” model designed to maximize the benefits of remote work, promote and enable a strong culture of performance and connectedness, and attract the best and brightest talent who align with our entrepreneurial spirit and mission.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Green Dot Corporation is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join the CES team, focusing on building scalable, secure, and resilient systems that enhance customer experience across multiple support channels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) for CRM applications—from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
• Design and Architect scalable and maintainable CRM solutions using SFDC or Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Write, review, and optimize high-quality code using languages such as .Net, Java, JavaScript and Angular JS.
• Develop and enforce coding standards and best practices across the team
• Serve as the primary technical SME for CRM platforms (e.g., Dynamics CRM or Salesforce).
• Configure, customize, and integrate CRM systems with other enterprise applications.
• Lead CRM-related innovation pilots and digital transformation initiatives.
• Ensure CRM solutions meet business needs across marketing, sales, and service processes.
• Track project progress, manage timelines, and report to senior leadership.
• Mentor junior developers and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Develop and implement software testing strategies.
• Maintain technical documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory and security standards.
• Architect and develop backend services and APIs to support CES operations including contact center platforms, escalation workflows, and partner management systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA and Compliance to ensure seamless integration and performance of CES tools.
• Lead technical initiatives to improve SLA adherence, incident management, and root cause analysis systems.
• Implement observability and monitoring solutions to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Partner with business stakeholders to translate customer journey insights into actionable technical solutions.

Technical Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in CRM systems with 2+ years in Team leadership.
• Proficiency in CRM platforms Dynamics CRM, Salesforce classic and lightening).
• Certifications in CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce Certified Developer, Microsoft Dynamics CRM Certification) are a plus.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with tools like Jira, GitHub, Confluence.
• Strong grasp of security and privacy standards relevant to customer data handling.
• Proficiency in SFDC, .Net, Java. Angular JS, JavaScript, HTML 5
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in fintech or customer support technology platforms.
• Familiarity with CES operational domains such as escalation management, partner scorecards, and voice of customer programs.
• Contributions to open-source projects or technical publications.

POSITION TYPE

Regular

PAY RANGE

The targeted base salary for this position is $139,900 to $199,300 per year. The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.

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Green Dot promotes diversity and provides equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We are dedicated to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work (and work environment) will be for everyone. Additionally, Green Dot provides reasonable accommodations for candidates on request and respects applicants' privacy rights.

Work Authorization Requirement
At Green Dot Corporation, we value diversity and strive for fair and inclusive hiring practices. However, we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment, without the need for current or future sponsorship.