
About Robinhood
Democratizing finance for the next generation
Key Highlights
- Over 23 million users benefiting from commission-free trading
- Headquartered in Menlo Park, CA with 1001+ employees
- $5.6 billion raised from investors including Sequoia and Andreessen Horowitz
- Launched 'Robinhood Retirement' for gig-economy workers
Robinhood, headquartered in Menlo Park, CA, is a fintech company that revolutionized stock trading by offering commission-free trading to over 23 million users. With a total funding of $5.6 billion, Robinhood has become a key player in the trading marketplace, attracting a younger demographic intere...
🎁 Benefits
Robinhood offers premium medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with parental leave and personal prosperity benefits. Employees enjoy catered me...
🌟 Culture
Robinhood's culture is centered around accessibility and innovation, aiming to meet the financial needs of the next generation. The company encourages...
Overview
Robinhood is hiring a Software Engineer for their Data Governance team to develop backend systems that ensure compliance and responsible data management. You'll work with technologies like Java and Python, focusing on high-impact initiatives such as GDPR readiness and AI/ML governance.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a solid background in software engineering with experience in developing backend systems that prioritize data governance and compliance. Your expertise in Java and Python allows you to build robust applications that monitor and govern data usage effectively. You understand the importance of data privacy and have a keen interest in regulatory compliance, particularly in the context of financial services. You are a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to high-impact projects that shape the future of finance.
You possess strong analytical skills and are comfortable working with databases, ensuring data integrity and security. Your experience with SQL enables you to manage and query large datasets efficiently. You are familiar with AI/ML systems and understand how to embed governance into these technologies, ensuring that they operate within legal and ethical boundaries. You are a collaborative team player who enjoys working cross-functionally to achieve common goals and drive innovation.
Desirable
Experience with GDPR compliance and data governance frameworks is a plus. Familiarity with cloud technologies and data management tools will enhance your ability to contribute to the team. You are open to learning new technologies and methodologies that can improve data governance practices.
What you'll do
As a Software Engineer on the Data Governance team, you will play a critical role in developing backend systems that monitor and govern data usage across Robinhood's platform. You will work on initiatives that ensure compliance with regulations such as GDPR, focusing on the safe and responsible use of customer data. Your contributions will help advance Robinhood's responsible AI roadmap, ensuring that data privacy and governance are embedded in the development of AI/ML systems.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enforce data compliance and implement best practices for data management. Your work will involve designing and building scalable systems that can handle the complexities of data governance in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. You will also be responsible for monitoring data flows and identifying potential risks, providing solutions to mitigate these risks effectively.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to influence the direction of data governance at Robinhood, contributing to the company's mission of democratizing finance for all. You will be part of a high-performing team that values ethics and transparency, working together to tackle some of the biggest challenges in the financial industry.
What we offer
Robinhood offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on the future of finance. You will have access to cutting-edge technologies and the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that shape the industry. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. Join us in our mission to create a more inclusive financial system, where everyone has access to the tools and resources they need to succeed.
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