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Full-Time

Director of Engineering

Spending

Posted on 6/18/2024

Chime

Chime

1,001-5,000 employees

Online banking platform offering fee-free services

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$216.8k - $307.1kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Package

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

Hybrid work policy with in-office days and trips to team and company-wide events depending on location.

Category
Engineering Management
Software Development Management
Product Engineering Management
Systems Engineering Management
Required Skills
MySQL
Ruby on Rails
Requirements
  • Experience as a software engineer and an effective people manager
  • Interest in exploring new technologies and architectures
  • Appetite for learning and diving deep into technical aspects
  • Motivation to make a difference in a growing start-up
  • Ability to guide teams using technology stack including Ruby on Rails, MySQL, and Service Oriented Architectures
  • Experience in consumer-oriented product-focused engineering team leadership
Responsibilities
  • Build, lead, and grow high-caliber teams of software engineers and managers
  • Navigate ambiguity and change while keeping teams motivated
  • Identify bottlenecks in software infrastructure and guide improvements
  • Design, develop, test, and scale new and existing Spending products
  • Establish team objectives aligned with business goals
  • Contribute to overall engineering initiatives

Chime offers online banking services without physical branches, focusing on a fee-free experience. It allows customers to overdraft up to $200 on debit card purchases without fees through its SpotMe service and provides direct deposit for paychecks up to two days earlier than traditional banks. Chime does not charge monthly fees or minimum balance fees and offers a secured credit card to help users build credit. The company's goal is to provide accessible and cost-effective banking solutions for those who prefer digital banking.

Company Stage

Series G

Total Funding

$2.2B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

13%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Chime's acquisition of Salt Labs and the launch of Chime Enterprise indicate a strategic expansion into the enterprise market, potentially increasing user growth through employer partnerships.
  • The introduction of MyPay, allowing early wage access, showcases Chime's commitment to innovative solutions that address the financial needs of everyday people.
  • Chime's focus on financial literacy and unique initiatives like Coloring Budgets and partnerships with cultural icons like T-Pain enhance its brand appeal and customer engagement.

What critics are saying

  • Regulatory changes affecting interchange fees and overdraft policies could impact Chime's revenue model, which heavily relies on these fees.
  • The settlement with the CFPB over delayed balance refunds highlights potential compliance and operational risks that could affect customer trust.

What makes Chime unique

  • Chime's entirely online platform eliminates the need for physical branches, offering a seamless digital banking experience unlike traditional banks.
  • The fee-free model, including features like SpotMe and early direct deposit, sets Chime apart from competitors who often charge various fees.
  • Chime's secured credit card that doesn't require a credit check provides a unique opportunity for customers to build credit, distinguishing it from other financial institutions.

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Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

401k match plus the usual medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits

Generous vacation policy and company-wide Take Care of Yourself Days

Virtual events to connect with your fellow Chimers- think cooking classes, music festivals, mixology classes, paint nights, etc., and delicious snack boxes, too!

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