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Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Compliance Engineering

Posted on 6/25/2024

Ripple

Ripple

1,001-5,000 employees

Blockchain-based financial transaction solutions provider

Fintech
Financial Services

Expert

London, UK

Requires onsite presence in London, UK for at least 10 days per month.

Category
Backend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Agile
Java
Docker
AWS
Requirements
  • 10+ years of hands-on Software Development experience
  • 5-7+ years writing code in Java (with Spring/Spring Boot Framework)
  • 2+ years experience working as a tech lead
  • Experience in building systems backed by modern persistence technologies
  • Experience in at least one of the web frontend frameworks
  • Experience with Agile development of distributed services
  • Experience building cloud applications on AWS and technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes
  • BS or equivalent experience in Computer Science or similar
Responsibilities
  • Build reliable, scalable, and performant Compliance systems
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle
  • Work on the design, deployment, and continuous improvement of backend applications
  • Implement and drive standard processes for coding, testing, and deployment
  • Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers

Ripple provides financial services using blockchain technology and cryptocurrency to enhance transaction efficiency. Its platform allows clients, including financial institutions and governments, to conduct real-time settlements, manage liquidity, and access working capital, making transactions faster and more cost-effective. A key feature of Ripple is its ability to support Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), which are secure digital versions of national currencies, exemplified by its partnership with Palau. Unlike traditional financial services, Ripple's solutions are designed to lower costs and improve cash flow for its users. The company's goal is to transform financial transactions by offering scalable and sustainable solutions that meet the needs of modern financial systems.

Company Stage

Later Stage VC

Total Funding

$319.4M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

33%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Ripple's partnerships with major banks and financial institutions, such as Santander and Commonwealth Bank of Australia, highlight its strong market position and potential for growth.
  • The company's innovative CBDC platform positions it as a leader in digital currency solutions for governments, offering significant growth opportunities.
  • Ripple's ability to provide real-time settlement and liquidity management can lead to improved cash flow and cost savings for its clients.

What critics are saying

  • Ongoing litigation with the SEC creates regulatory uncertainty and potential financial liabilities for Ripple.
  • The competitive landscape in the fintech and blockchain sectors is intense, with numerous players vying for market share.

What makes Ripple unique

  • Ripple leverages blockchain technology to offer faster, more transparent, and cost-effective financial services, setting it apart from traditional financial institutions.
  • The company's focus on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and partnerships with governments, like Palau, showcases its unique capability in the fintech space.
  • Ripple's enterprise solutions for instant payments, liquidity management, and treasury operations provide comprehensive financial tools that are not commonly found in one platform.

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Benefits

401(k) Plan

Healthcare Coverage

Health and Wellness

Family Support

Flexible Vacation

Employee Giving

Learning and Development

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