Software Development Engineer I

Remitly

Seattle, WA

Full Time

Entry Level

108k-130k

2 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Remitly's Remittance Transaction Engineering (RTE) team is looking for a Software Development Engineer I to work on meaningful and high value projects that directly enhance the experience of millions of Remitly users worldwide. The role involves building scalable backend systems that support global money transfers, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to reliable and performant remittance transaction services. The position supports hybrid work, with 50% of time spent in the Seattle office.

Key Responsibilities

Solve complex technical challenges with a customer-centric mindset.
Design, develop, test, and maintain backend services using Java/Kotlin, Go, TypeScript, and AWS.
Ensure reliability and scalability of remittance transactions by improving system observability, performance, and fault tolerance.
Work with teams (Product, Operations, and Customer Support) to deliver solutions that enhance customer experience.
Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and mentorship opportunities to accelerate your growth.

Requirements

A BS in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
1+ years of experience building backend services or consumer software applications.
Exposure to AWS (or similar cloud platforms) and understanding of cloud-based software development.
Proficiency in at least one general-purpose programming language (Java, TypeScript, Go, Python, PHP, etc.).
Familiarity with CI/CD (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) and best practices for testing and deployment.

Nice to Have

Experience with scalable backend systems and microservices architecture.
Knowledge of testing and deployment best practices.

Qualifications

Educational background in Computer Science or related field
Professional experience in backend development

Benefits & Perks

Flexible paid time off
Health, dental, and vision + 401k plan with company matching
Paid parental, medical, military and family care leave
Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Continuing education and travel benefits

Working at Remitly

Remitly is committed to nondiscrimination and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. They celebrate diversity and are dedicated to equal opportunity employment, emphasizing personal capabilities and qualifications regardless of race, gender, age, or other protected classes.

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