Full-Time

Backend Software Engineer

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Lendbuzz

Lendbuzz

201-500 employees

Provides auto loans for international students

Automotive & Transportation
Fintech

Compensation Overview

$135k - $145kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Boston, MA, USA

Hybrid position in Boston, MA.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Postgres
Microservices
Requirements
  • 3+ years of backend development experience
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field
  • Fluency in relational database technology, such as PostgreSQL
  • Experience in designing and implementing APIs, with familiarity with familiarity in microservices oriented architecture
  • Knowledge of testing methodologies and a proven ability to work independently with exceptional interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
  • Develop backend infrastructure from inception to implementation
  • Cultivate expertise across technical and business domains, steering clear of professional pigeonholing
  • Collaborate with the engineering team to design architecture and system frameworks for new product initiatives
  • Opportunity to contribute to the development of event driven microservices
  • Develop internal tools and seamlessly integrate with external APIs
  • Contribute to the expansion, testing, and release of products that positively impact thousands of customers

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, and the process is streamlined with digital verification and signing, making it user-friendly. Lendbuzz differentiates itself by offering competitive interest rates tailored to individual risk profiles and by facilitating a seamless loan process with car dealerships. The goal of Lendbuzz is to make auto financing accessible to those who are typically underserved in the market.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$246.1M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

1%
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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