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Full-Time

Sr Frontend Developer

Mobile, Sofi Money

Posted on 9/8/2024

SoFi

SoFi

1,001-5,000 employees

Offers diverse personal finance solutions

Data & Analytics
Venture Capital
Fintech
Financial Services
Real Estate
Education

Mid, Senior

Seattle, WA, USA + 1 more

Category
Frontend Engineering
Mobile Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
Git
iOS/Swift
REST APIs
Android Development
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree, ideally in a technical field, but we understand great engineers come from a variety of different backgrounds and also consider relevant work experience
  • 4+ years mobile programming experience in Android or iOS
  • Git-based distributed version control systems
  • Agile-based project development in a microservices environment
  • Test-driven development along with unit and integration testing
  • Strong fundamentals in web protocols
  • Experience developing against REST apis
  • Experience with working with modern mobile design patterns
  • Strong debugging skills
  • Passion for solving complex problems
  • Work and play well with others; SoFi is a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
  • Must be able to deliver high-quality code on schedule, communicate with groups in and outside the development team.
  • Produce well-designed, scalable and reusable code
  • Participating in code and design reviews, setting a high bar for the team
  • Be able to work effectively across functions and teams to ensure deliverables are met.
  • Design and build large features (each with many tasks) independently without guidance.
  • Track project performance against defined milestones/goals.
  • Collaborate with product managers and other stakeholders.
  • Take initiative and produce timely results in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment.
  • Mentor more junior engineers.
  • Create and add to existing technical documentation.
  • Make significant contributions to the code base and drive the roadmap forward.

SoFi provides a variety of financial services aimed at helping individuals manage their money effectively. Its offerings include home loans, personal loans, student loan refinancing, credit cards, and investment options. SoFi's platform is designed to be user-friendly and mobile-first, allowing members to easily access and utilize these services. The company differentiates itself from competitors by offering a comprehensive suite of financial products under one roof, along with educational resources to assist users in making informed financial decisions. SoFi's goal is to create a seamless experience for its members, encouraging them to engage with multiple services while fostering an inclusive environment.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$6.2B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

18%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • SoFi's strategic partnerships and securitization deals, such as the $350M loan securitization with PGIM, bolster its lending capabilities and financial stability.
  • The company's innovative approach to financial wellness, including the integration of spending, saving, and lending products, offers employees a dynamic and forward-thinking work environment.
  • SoFi's commitment to inclusivity and a welcoming environment fosters a positive workplace culture, enhancing employee satisfaction and retention.

What critics are saying

  • Regulatory challenges, such as the recent $1.1M fine for failing to verify customer accounts, could impact SoFi's reputation and operational costs.
  • The competitive fintech landscape requires continuous innovation to maintain market share, posing a risk if SoFi fails to keep pace with industry advancements.

What makes SoFi unique

  • SoFi's mobile-first approach and comprehensive suite of financial services create a seamless, integrated experience that sets it apart from traditional financial institutions.
  • The company's focus on member-centric services, including discounted financial planning and educational resources, enhances customer loyalty and engagement.
  • SoFi's recent expansion into alternative investments through partnerships like Templum provides unique investment opportunities for retail investors, distinguishing it from other fintech platforms.

Benefits

You’re taken care of. SoFi employees receive comprehensive health, vision, dental, life insurance, and disability benefits—as well as flexible time off, fitness, fertility, and family planning options.

Realize your ambitions. We want to help our employees achieve financial freedom, just like our members. That’s why we contribute $200 per month toward your student loans to help pay down your debt—plus free financial classes.

Never stop learning. We offer frequent training, mentorship opportunities, and leadership programs to develop our people. We also cover tuition costs for approved programs, up to $5,250 per year.

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