Full-Time

Tech Lead – Backend

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Lendbuzz

Lendbuzz

201-500 employees

Provides auto loans for international students

Automotive & Transportation
Fintech

Compensation Overview

$150k - $160kAnnually

Senior

Boston, MA, USA

This is a hybrid position, which implies that the candidate will need to work in the office part of the time.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
Python
Java
Postgres
Docker
AWS
Go
REST APIs
Linux/Unix

You match the following Lendbuzz's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 5+ years of backend development experience with at least 2 years in a senior or lead position
  • Expertise in one of the programming languages (Python, Java or Go)
  • Strong understanding of database like PostgreSQL and building RESTful APIs
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams
  • Strong architectural and systems thinking, especially in distributed systems
  • Experience with Linux, cloud platforms (AWS), and containerization (Docker)
Responsibilities
  • Lead the design, development, and optimization of scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems and APIs, ensuring they align with product requirements
  • Collaborate with product managers, stakeholders, and frontend teams to define technical requirements and deliver high-quality, integrated solutions
  • Drive operational excellence by overseeing code quality, conducting code reviews, ensuring robust quality assurance processes, and actively monitoring production systems
  • Foster a culture of mentorship and continuous learning by guiding junior engineers, reviewing their work, and helping them grow technically and professionally
  • Champion the use of best practices in backend development, including database design, API development, and distributed system architecture
  • Manage and prioritize tasks within an Agile team, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with project goals and milestones
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of backend and frontend systems, optimizing the overall user experience
  • Take an active role in driving innovation, improving system performance, and scaling backend infrastructure to meet growing business needs

Lendbuzz provides auto loans specifically designed for international students and professionals in the United States who may struggle to secure financing through traditional lenders. The company uses advanced data analytics and machine learning to evaluate the creditworthiness of borrowers, focusing on a wider range of financial and personal data rather than just credit scores. This approach allows Lendbuzz to cater to a niche market that is often overlooked by conventional financial institutions. Borrowers can apply for loans online, verify their information easily, and sign documents digitally, making the process user-friendly. Lendbuzz earns revenue by charging interest on loans and may also receive fees from car dealerships for facilitating the loan process. The goal of Lendbuzz is to make auto financing more accessible to those who typically face challenges in obtaining loans.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$356.1M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Lendbuzz secured $100M from Japan's largest bank, enhancing its financial stability.
  • The U.S. auto loan market growth benefits Lendbuzz's specialized services.
  • Increased adoption of digital lending aligns with Lendbuzz's user-friendly application process.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from similar fintech companies could erode Lendbuzz's market share.
  • Potential regulatory scrutiny on AI models may increase compliance costs.
  • Economic downturns could impact demand for auto loans, affecting Lendbuzz's revenue.

What makes Lendbuzz unique

  • Lendbuzz uses AI to assess creditworthiness beyond traditional credit scores.
  • The company targets international students and immigrants, a niche underserved by traditional lenders.
  • Lendbuzz partners with auto dealerships to offer seamless financing solutions.

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Benefits

Dental & health insurance

401(k)

Company outings

Fitness center

Unlimited PTO

Stocked kitchen

Company issued hardware

Cool swag

Flexible working hours