
About Wealthsimple
Investing made simple for everyone
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in Toronto's Fashion District
- Raised $1.2 billion in funding
- Over 1000 employees focused on fintech innovation
- Offers a retirement savings matching plan through Wealthsimple Work
Wealthsimple is a leading fintech company headquartered in the Fashion District of Toronto, ON, focused on democratizing investment management. With over 1000 employees, Wealthsimple has raised $1.2 billion in funding to provide professional investing services to users of all financial backgrounds. ...
🎁 Benefits
Wealthsimple offers a comprehensive benefits package including company equity for full-time employees, a retirement savings matching plan, and 20 vaca...
🌟 Culture
Wealthsimple's culture is centered around making investing accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial status. The company embraces a user-f...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Wealthsimple is hiring a Staff Software Developer to lead the migration to GraphQL Federation and enhance their API architecture. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to improve data flow and system reliability. This role requires strong technical leadership and hands-on coding experience.
Job Description
Who you are
You have extensive experience in software development, particularly in backend systems, and are comfortable leading complex technical initiatives. Your expertise in GraphQL is complemented by a strong understanding of API design and implementation, allowing you to guide teams effectively through migrations and architectural changes.
You value collaboration and humility, thriving in environments where you can inspire and elevate the performance of your peers. Your ability to unblock teams and refine processes as you learn makes you a key player in delivering high-quality software solutions.
You are passionate about creating transparent and efficient systems that enhance user experience. Your commitment to continuous improvement drives you to seek out best practices and innovative solutions that benefit both developers and end-users.
Desirable
Experience with GraphQL Federation is a plus, as is familiarity with cloud-based architectures and microservices. You may also have a background in fintech or similar industries, which helps you understand the unique challenges and opportunities in this space.
What you'll do
As a Staff Software Developer at Wealthsimple, you will lead the migration of numerous services to a federated GraphQL model, ensuring that the transition is smooth and efficient. You will collaborate with various teams to shape the APIs and optimize how data flows through the systems, making it faster and more reliable.
Your role will involve a mix of hands-on coding and technical leadership, where you will mentor other developers and help them become more effective in their roles. You will refine the approach to API development as you gather insights from the migration process, ensuring that the final product meets the high standards expected by Wealthsimple's users.
You will also be responsible for implementing best practices in API design and development, contributing to the overall architecture of Wealthsimple's backend ecosystem. Your work will directly impact the user experience for over 3 million customers, making financial services more accessible and transparent.
What we offer
Wealthsimple provides a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged, and collaboration is key. You will have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that redefine how financial services are delivered. The company values diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where everyone can thrive and contribute to their fullest potential.
In addition to a competitive salary, Wealthsimple offers benefits that support your well-being and professional growth. You will be part of a team that is dedicated to making a positive impact in the fintech industry, helping users achieve financial freedom through smart technology.
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