Senior Full-Stack Engineer, Front-end

Description

• Write and optimize code for high-performance financial applications.

• Ensure compliance with security standards (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOC 2).

• Design scalable, fault-tolerant data systems.

• Implement secure APIs and data storage for sensitive data.

• Ensure compliance with all SEC RIA rules and regulations.

• Implement logging, auditing, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Mentor engineers and enforce best coding practices.

• Work with product, risk, and compliance teams on secure solutions.

• Build robust systems to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of investor leads to RIAs.

• Design infrastructure and workflows that scale with advisor demand while maintaining data integrity and availability.

• Explore new technologies to enhance investor-advisor matching, such as personalization engines and intelligent routing.

• Stay ahead of evolving fintech and wealth management platforms to integrate relevant solutions into the RIA ecosystem.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years in software engineering, with a strong background in backend development and distributed systems.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

• Technical Skills: • Core Languages: Advanced proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript (including Node.js, React.js, and Next.js).

• Backend Expertise: Deep experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and event-driven systems.

• Full-Stack Capability: Strong familiarity with Next.js for building modern full-stack applications, including server-side rendering, API routes, and integration with backend services.

• Databases: Strong understanding of both SQL systems, with proven experience in high-volume, low-latency data processing.

• Cloud Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with at least one major provider (AWS, GCP, or Azure) for deploying and scaling applications.

• Security: Knowledge of security best practices, especially within regulated industries like financial services.

• DevOps & Tooling: Familiar with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and orchestration.

• Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while leading projects are essential for success in this role.

• Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with top of funnel - including lead funnels, conversion metrics, performance metrics, and performance tracking.

• Experience Implementing a new CRM technology platform (i.e. Salesforce, Zoho etc.)

• Experience in fintech, with a hands on exposure to industry regulations, underwriting processes, and risk assessment. Familiarity with lead gen marketplaces, routing, and transmission of data.

Benefits

• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents

• Rejuvenation Policy – Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + 4 Mental Health Days Off

• New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care

• Mental health support

• Paid sabbatical for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge and pursue their interests

• Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution

• Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend

• Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy

• Nerd-led group initiatives – Employee Resource Groups for Parents, Diversity, and Inclusion, Women, LGBTQIA, and other communities

• Hackathons and team events across all teams and departments

• Company-wide events like NerdLove (employee appreciation) and our annual Charity Auction

• Our Nerds love to make an impact by paying it forward – Take 8 hours of volunteer time off per quarter and donate to your favorite causes with a company match

• 401K with company match

• Be the first to test and benefit from our new financial products and tools

• Financial wellness, guidance, and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through Northstar

• Disability and Life Insurance with employer-paid premiums

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