Backend Engineer

Who you are

You are an engineer who thrives in a culture centered around continuous learning and innovation. You understand the importance of quality-driven software development and are passionate about automation in your work. You appreciate the dual responsibility of building and operating systems in production, and you are committed to automating away any toil that comes with this responsibility. You are drawn to environments where engineers are empowered to automate development processes, ensuring that manual testing is not part of the software development lifecycle. You are excited about the opportunity to have an outsized impact within a company that values engineering excellence and innovation.

What you'll do

As a Backend Engineer at Wealthfront, you will be responsible for building and maintaining the systems that automate financial services for clients. You will work closely with your team to ensure that the software you develop meets high standards of quality and reliability. You will engage in the automation of testing processes, ensuring that all aspects of the software development lifecycle are efficient and effective. You will also focus on automating observability in case of failure, allowing your systems to inform you when something is not functioning as expected. Your contributions will directly impact the quality of services provided to clients, and you will play a key role in the continuous improvement of Wealthfront's engineering practices.

What we offer

Wealthfront offers a collaborative and innovative work environment where engineers are encouraged to learn and grow. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of engineers who are dedicated to building high-quality software. The company supports hybrid work arrangements, allowing you to work from various locations across the US. You will be part of a culture that values automation and continuous improvement, and you will have the chance to make a significant impact on the company's success.