
About Oportun
Empowering financial health through AI-driven banking
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in San Carlos, CA with 1001+ employees
- Raised $66.3 million in Series B funding
- Served over 1 million customers with billions in credit facilitated
- Offers personal loans, credit cards, savings accounts, and investment app
Oportun is a fintech company headquartered in San Carlos, CA, that leverages AI to provide accessible digital banking and loan services. With over 1 million customers, Oportun offers personal loans, credit cards, savings accounts, and an investment app, facilitating billions in credit and savings. T...
🎁 Benefits
Oportun offers comprehensive healthcare packages, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with flexible spending accounts (FSA). Employe...
🌟 Culture
Oportun fosters a culture focused on financial empowerment, utilizing AI to simplify banking for underserved communities. The company values innovatio...
Overview
Oportun is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to guide architectural decisions and mentor senior engineers. This role requires strong technical expertise and strategic thinking, contributing to the evolution of the technology stack.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong technical background and experience in software engineering, ideally with a focus on fintech solutions. You are comfortable making architectural decisions and guiding a team of engineers, ensuring that projects align with the company's mission of providing affordable credit. Your ability to mentor and support senior engineers is a key aspect of your role, as you help foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment. You thrive under pressure and can operate with a high degree of autonomy, accountability, and maturity. You understand the importance of a diverse and equitable workplace and actively contribute to a culture of belonging.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be responsible for leading technical discussions and making critical architectural decisions that impact the direction of the technology stack. You will mentor and guide senior engineers, helping them grow in their roles and ensuring that they have the support they need to succeed. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of Oportun's members. Your strategic thinking will be essential in identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation within the technology landscape. You will also play a key role in maintaining a culture of inclusivity and diversity within the engineering team, ensuring that all voices are heard and valued.
What we offer
Oportun offers a unique opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization that is committed to making a positive impact in the financial lives of its members. You will work in a supportive and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued. The company provides competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will be part of a team that is dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation, where you can make a real difference in the lives of others.
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