Backend Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of backend engineering experience building production systems at scale — you've owned services from design through deployment and have navigated complex distributed systems issues. Your expertise in Java and Python is deep, and you've shipped high-throughput APIs that handle millions of requests, demonstrating strong opinions on service architecture and testing strategies. You are a mentor at heart, guiding junior engineers and fostering a culture of best practices within your team. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions. Your problem-solving skills are top-notch, and you approach challenges with a growth mindset, always looking for ways to improve processes and outcomes. You understand the importance of user experience and are committed to building systems that empower financial advisors to deliver superior outcomes for their clients.

Desirable

Experience with AI technologies or platforms is a plus, as is familiarity with cloud services like AWS or Azure. You may also have a background in financial services, which would enhance your understanding of the industry and its unique challenges.

What you'll do

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Altruist, you will play a crucial role in building our AI platform for wealth professionals. You will design and implement scalable backend systems that support innovative AI products, ensuring they are robust and efficient. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with product managers and designers to define technical requirements and translate them into functional specifications. You will also conduct code reviews, ensuring that best practices are followed and that the codebase remains clean and maintainable. Monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues will be part of your daily routine, as you strive to deliver high-quality software that meets the needs of our users. You will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and helping them grow in their careers. Additionally, you will stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, bringing fresh ideas to the team and contributing to our mission of transforming the wealth management industry.

What we offer

At Altruist, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development. Our culture emphasizes kindness, brilliance, and grit, and we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. Join us in making financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to all, and be part of a team that is dedicated to challenging the status quo in the wealth management industry.