
About Tala
Empowering credit access in emerging markets
Key Highlights
- Over 2 million borrowers in India and Kenya
- More than $1 billion lent to consumers
- Headquartered in Santa Monica, CA
- $350.7 million raised in Series D funding
Tala is transforming access to credit in emerging markets by leveraging behavioral data through its Android app. With over 2 million borrowers in countries like India and Kenya, Tala has disbursed more than $1 billion in loans. Headquartered in Santa Monica, CA, Tala has raised $350.7 million in Ser...
🎁 Benefits
Tala offers work-from-home opportunities, comprehensive health insurance, and unique perks like free massages in the office and sponsorship for profes...
🌟 Culture
Tala's culture is centered around addressing the credit gap for billions globally, utilizing innovative machine learning models to assess loan eligibi...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Tala is hiring a Backend Engineer II to develop a scalable and reliable microservices platform. You'll work with technologies like Java and Python, focusing on building fault-tolerant systems. This position requires experience in backend engineering and cloud technologies.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a solid background in backend engineering, with experience in building scalable and reliable systems. You understand the importance of creating fault-tolerant microservices and have a passion for developing high-performance applications. Your expertise in Java and Python allows you to contribute effectively to the team, and you are comfortable working in a remote-first environment.
You thrive in collaborative settings, working cross-functionally with various teams to achieve Tala's mission. Your problem-solving skills enable you to tackle complex challenges, and you are always looking for ways to improve processes and systems. You are familiar with cloud technologies, particularly AWS, and understand how to leverage them to enhance application performance.
Desirable
Experience with microservices architecture and REST APIs is a plus. Familiarity with financial technology and the challenges it presents can help you excel in this role. You are open to learning new technologies and methodologies, and you enjoy sharing knowledge with your peers.
What you'll do
As a Backend Engineer II at Tala, you will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable backend services that support our financial infrastructure. You will collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to ensure that our systems meet the needs of our users. Your role will involve writing clean, maintainable code and participating in code reviews to uphold engineering standards.
You will also be tasked with monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues as they arise. Your contributions will directly impact the reliability and efficiency of our platform, helping us deliver personalized financial solutions to millions of customers. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that push the boundaries of technology in the fintech space.
What we offer
At Tala, we offer a remote-first work environment that allows you to balance your professional and personal life. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values creativity and innovation. We provide opportunities for professional growth and development, ensuring that you can advance your career while making a meaningful impact in the financial sector. Join us in our mission to transform financial services for the global majority.
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