Backend Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have 4+ years of industry experience in backend development, demonstrating a breadth and depth of product impact. You are proficient in backend technologies and have a strong foundation in computer science, whether through formal education or self-taught skills. You are a data-driven individual who makes decisions based on insights and metrics, and you thrive in a collaborative environment, forming strong professional bonds with your startup-forward coworkers.

Your experience includes working on projects that have proven traction, and you are eager to amplify this impact through code, creativity, and data-driven decisions. You understand the importance of personalization in user experiences and are excited about leveraging machine learning to achieve this goal. You are passionate about building financial tools that help consumers achieve financial security and are motivated by the mission of providing radically affordable financial solutions.

What you'll do

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Kikoff, you will own initiatives from rapid prototyping to production rollout, ensuring that every project you touch contributes to the growth and personalization of our flagship credit-building product. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to rapidly test, iterate, and ship ideas that help millions of Americans build stronger financial futures. Your role will involve analytics instrumentation to track user engagement and success metrics, allowing you to make informed decisions that drive product enhancements.

You will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable backend services that support the growth of our product. This includes optimizing existing systems and ensuring that new features are seamlessly integrated into the user experience. You will also mentor junior engineers, sharing your expertise and fostering a culture of learning and collaboration within the team. Your contributions will directly impact the financial well-being of our users, making this role both challenging and rewarding.

What we offer

At Kikoff, we offer a dynamic work environment where innovation and creativity are encouraged. You will be part of a profitable, high-growth FinTech unicorn that is making a real difference in the lives of millions. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to simplify credit building and expand access to financial tools for everyone.