
About Block
Empowering economic freedom through innovative financial solutions
Key Highlights
- Public company (NYSE: SQ) with a market cap over $40B
- Over 50 million monthly active users across its platforms
- Headquartered in San Francisco, California
- Offers products like Square, Cash App, and TIDAL
Block, headquartered in San Francisco, California, is a financial technology company that provides a suite of products including Square, Cash App, and TIDAL. With over 50 million monthly active users, Block is focused on economic empowerment through accessible financial services. The company went pu...
🎁 Benefits
Block offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and comprehensive health benefits. Employees enjoy a flexible remote work po...
🌟 Culture
Block fosters a culture of inclusivity and innovation, encouraging diverse perspectives to drive solutions. The company emphasizes collaboration acros...
Overview
Block is hiring a Staff Software Engineer to lead the technical strategy for Global Lending solutions. You'll oversee the development of innovative systems impacting over 24 million customers. This role requires extensive experience in software engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on building scalable solutions. Your experience includes leading technical strategies and overseeing complex projects that impact a large user base. You are passionate about creating innovative solutions that enhance customer experiences and drive financial freedom.
You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results. Your ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders sets you apart. You are committed to continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends to drive innovation.
Desirable
Experience in the fintech industry is a plus, as is familiarity with consumer lending solutions. You have a track record of successfully implementing projects that improve user engagement and satisfaction. Your leadership skills enable you to mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of collaboration and excellence within your team.
What you'll do
As a Staff Software Engineer on the Consumer Lending Team, you will lead the technical strategy for building scalable Global Lending solutions. You will oversee the development process, ensuring that the systems you create are innovative and user-friendly. Your role will involve collaborating with various teams to integrate Afterpay with the Cash App and Square ecosystem, enhancing the overall customer experience.
You will be responsible for defining technical requirements and ensuring that the solutions meet the needs of over 24 million customers. Your expertise will guide the team in making architectural decisions and implementing best practices in software development. You will also play a key role in troubleshooting and resolving technical challenges that arise during the development process.
What we offer
At Block, you will be part of a mission-driven company that values innovation and collaboration. We offer a supportive work environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career. You will have the opportunity to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on customers' financial well-being. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
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