Full-Time

Backend Engineer

Updated on 11/20/2024

Chime

Chime

1,001-5,000 employees

Online banking platform offering fee-free services

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$119k - $232.2kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Package

Junior, Mid

San Francisco, CA, USA

Hybrid work policy requires in-office presence.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Ruby on Rails
Requirements
  • 2+ years developing software in a production environment at scale
  • Experience with Ruby on Rails or comparable frameworks
  • Experience working with transactional databases and caching systems
  • Exposure to architectural patterns of large, high-scale web applications
  • An appreciation of maintainable and well-tested code
  • A desire to learn and dive into the deepest levels of how things work
  • Start-up experience as an added plus
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, test, refactor and scale backend implementations of new and existing consumer product features
  • Work with the mobile team to design and build strong, resilient APIs that propel our mobile app
  • Collaborate with multi-functional teams to understand member struggles and come up with creative solutions
  • Proactively find opportunities for improving the reliability and scalability of our systems
  • Work across the engineering team to improve and uphold high technical standards

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 improve FICO Scores. The company's goal is to empower customers to manage their finances effectively through accessible and user-friendly banking solutions.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$2B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

15%
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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!