Full-Time

IT Manager

Collaboration Saas

Posted on 8/15/2024

Robinhood

Robinhood

1,001-5,000 employees

Commission-free trading platform for investments

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

CA$127.5k - CA$150kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Plan

Mid, Senior

Toronto, ON, Canada

Role is located in the Toronto office, aligning with in-office working environment.

Category
IT Project Management
System Administration
IT & Security
Requirements
  • Demonstrated ability leading Corporate Engineering teams
  • Experience with Google Workplace strongly preferred
  • Experience with a Cloud-First architecture (zero trust, nothing on-prem)
  • Rigor to work at a highly regulated financial entity that places Safety First
Responsibilities
  • You'll lead the team launching new collaboration systems and AI initiatives
  • Respond to the evolving productivity needs of a fast-paced company
  • Drive internal team projects, led by CorpApp engineers, to improve productivity
  • Orchestrate interrupt operational work escalated from partner teams

Robinhood offers a platform for trading stocks, options, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies, aiming to make investing accessible and affordable for everyone. The company allows commission-free trading and offers fractional shares, enabling users to invest in expensive stocks with as little as $1. Unlike traditional brokerages, Robinhood also provides IPO access to individual investors, which is usually reserved for institutional clients. The goal of Robinhood is to democratize finance and empower a broader audience to participate in investing.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$5.4B

Headquarters

Menlo Park, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

15%

2 year growth

8%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Robinhood's stock price surged 180% due to profitability and innovative product releases.
  • Expansion into Asia with a Singapore HQ in 2025 could significantly grow its user base.
  • The introduction of an IRA with a match could attract long-term investors seeking retirement options.

What critics are saying

  • Expansion into Asia may face regulatory challenges and local competition.
  • The IRA match program could strain financial resources if not managed properly.
  • Volatility in the crypto market could impact Robinhood's cryptocurrency trading services.

What makes Robinhood unique

  • Robinhood offers commission-free trading, making investing accessible to a broader audience.
  • The platform provides fractional shares, allowing investments in expensive stocks with minimal funds.
  • Robinhood democratizes IPO access, enabling users to buy shares before public trading.

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Benefits

Well-being - Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance

Family & home life - Parental leave, personal prosperity benefits

Comfort & care - Flexible work from home / office balance, health & wellness stipend

Office life - Catered meals and fully stocked kitchen, commuter benefits

Growth - Education and training, community events, career mentorships

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