Associate Software Engineer (Front End)

Koalafi

Richmond, VA

Full Time

Mid Level

about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

At Koalafi, we believe in a world where no one has to put an important purchase on hold. That's why we're making it easier for more people to pay for big purchases over time. Retailers across the country rely on us to offer flexible lease-to-own financing to their non-prime consumers, while increasing sales and strengthening customer loyalty. Their 2M+ customers love us because we provide a flexible way for them to make payments and give them an opportunity to improve their credit. Our 200+ Koalafi teammates enjoy inspiring and challenging work that accelerates their careers. Interested in learning more about how we're transforming the financing experience and joining our team?

Key Responsibilities

Help build the next generation of how customers interface & apply for financing with Koalafi, focusing on front-end services and contributing to back-end development when needed.
Develop in the latest technologies and help move legacy systems to cloud-based micro-service platforms.
Design, develop, and maintain simple and scalable solutions to support Koalafi's Originations web apps and microservices.
Collaborate with teammates to integrate new features into both front-end and back-end systems.
Ensure system reliability by implementing robust testing, monitoring, and debugging processes.
Participate in code reviews to maintain high-quality standards and share knowledge across the engineering team.
Actively engage in scrum/agile processes, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily standups.
Research and implement emerging technologies and best practices to improve system performance and customer experience.

Requirements

Four-year college degree in Computer Science/Engineering or Information Systems.
2+ years of hands-on experience developing software applications.
Proven ability to work on both back-end and front-end components.
2+ years of experience with modern web technologies (React, Vue, Angular), with a preference for React.
Experience in UX from Accessibility to User behavior to responsive/adaptive web design.
Knowledge of front-end best practices such as state management, component libraries, and performance optimizations.
Knowledge of object-oriented and/or statically typed languages (Golang, Java, Node, Python, etc.), with a preference for Golang.
Extensive experience in developing web-based, enterprise applications and microservices.
Understanding of HTTP/REST structure and operation for APIs/Orchestration.
Knowledge of architecting and delivering applications in AWS.
Skilled at performing research into emerging technologies, standards, and products.
Knowledge of scrum/agile software development process.
Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities.
Highly self-motivated and detail-oriented.
Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Excellent communication skills with strong emotional intelligence.
This position requires regular in-person attendance at our Richmond, VA Office; candidates must already be located within a commutable distance.

Nice to Have

Experience with React (preferred over other frameworks).
Knowledge of Golang.

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
20 PTO days + 11 paid holidays.
401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
Student Loan & Tuition Reimbursement.
Commuter assistance.
Parental leave (maternal + paternal).
Inclusion and Associate Engagement Programs.

Working at Koalafi

We focus on what's most important, set clear expectations and deliver, embrace challenges to reach our full potential, ask, "How can this be better?", and move fast together.

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