Software Engineer III (Backend) at Prosper
San Francisco, CA
About the Job
San Francisco, CATechnology – Engineering /Full-Time Employee /HybridTechnology versatility is a critical success factor for our team
The ability to stretch beyond one’s specialty by learning new technologies fast and contributing to the team’s goal is highly valued
Prosper’s Engineering culture encourages teamwork, ownership, and cross-functional development of well-rounded engineers who have a holistic view of the problems and solution designs. Above all other factors, we are looking for determined candidates who want to be part of a culture of innovation and creativity as we develop financial technology! We are seeking motivated software engineers to work on our interdisciplinary scrum teams, building large scale systems at Prosper Marketplace
The ideal candidate is passionate about learning the Fintech domain and delivering cutting-edge, high-quality solutions to solve business problems. Technologies we use: Java, Kotlin, SpringBoot, REST, GraphQL, Microservices, GCPThis role is a HYBRID opportunity, based two-days a week (Wednesday & Thursday), from either our San Francisco or Phoenix offices.Problems You Will SolveDesign and construct highly scalable, resilient, cloud-native, microservices-based distributed architecture systems.Develop, maintain, and enhance essential backend software componentsCollaborate with cross-functional product and analytics teams to guide or actively contribute to significant strategic initiatives, while also addressing ongoing operational challenges at scaleApply engineering expertise within a business framework to generate substantial business value, approaching problems with an operational perspectiveProactively pinpoint gaps, challenges, and requirements within our systems and processes, formulating and implementing robust solutions independentlyFacilitate the migration of existing on-premises services to cutting-edge cloud technologiesCollaborate with a team of dedicated, intelligent, and ambitious engineers committed to building large-scale systems at Prosper MarketplaceContribute to shaping and nurturing our company's engineering culture, promoting continuous learning and fostering innovationAll About YouBS in EE/CS with 5+ years of experience or MS in EE/CS or other applicable disciplines with 3+ years of experience Strong grasp of computer science fundamentals, including algorithms, object-oriented programming, and distributed systems architectureProficient in designing and building RESTful services and event-driven systemsExpertise in Authentication and Authorization solutionsHands-on experience working with both relational and non-relational databases, such as Firestore, Redis, and MemoryStoreDemonstrated proficiency in leveraging cloud-native architecture and cloud services, particularly in implementing Cloud Functions and architecting Data Flows within GCP or AWS environmentsProficiency in utilizing tools such as Spring Boot, Spring, Hibernate, JPA, and JMSFundamental knowledge of GraphQLHighly proficient in object-oriented languages such as JavaWhat We OfferThe opportunity to collaborate with a team of creative, fun, and driven colleagues on products that have an immediate and significant impact on people's livesThe opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with experienced industry leadersFlexible time off, comprehensive health coverage, competitive salary, paid parental leaveWellness benefits including access to mental health resources, virtual HIIT and yoga workoutsA bevy of other perks including Udemy access, childcare assistance, pet insurance discounts, legal assistance, and additional discounts through PerkspotThis role is hybrid and requires the employee to be at our San Francisco office on Wednesdays & Thursdays$152,000 - $189,000 a yearCompensation details: The salary for this position is $152,000 - $189,000 annually, plus bonus and generous benefits
In determining your salary, we will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.#LI-AW1#IND1About Our Technology TeamWe are growing our Technology team to support our various financial products
The ideal candidate is passionate about learning the Fintech domain and delivering cutting-edge, high-quality solutions to solve business problems
We utilize a progressive, test-driven, Agile development methodology that places a high premium on communication, teamwork, sound design and clean implementation. About UsFounded in 2005 as the first peer-to-peer marketplace lending platform in the U.S., Prosper was built on a simple idea: connect people who want to borrow money with those who want to invest
Since inception, Prosper has helped more than 2 million people gain access to affordable credit with over $28 billion in loans originated through its platform
Our mission is to help our customers advance their financial well-being through a variety of products including personal loans, credit, home equity lines of credit (HELOC), and our newest product, HELoan
Our diverse culture rewards accountability and cross functional teamwork because we believe this encourages innovative thinking and helps us deliver on our mission. We’re on a mission to hire the very best, and we are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity
We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere
It is important to us that every hire connects with our vision, mission, and core values
Join a leading fintech company that’s democratizing finance for all! Our ValuesDiversity expands opportunitiesCollaboration creates better solutions Curiosity fuels our innovationIntegrity defines all our relationshipsExcellence leads to longevity Simplicity guides our user experience Accountability at all levels drives resultsOur Story & Team // Our BlogApplicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) California applicants: please click here to view our California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) Notice for Applicants, which describes your rights under the CCPA: At Prosper, we're looking for people with passion, integrity, and a hunger to learn
We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description
Your unique skill set and diverse perspective will stand out and set you apart from other candidates
Prosper thrives with people who think outside of the box and aren't afraid to challenge the status quo
We invite you to join us on our mission to advance financial well-being.Prosper is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace
All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Prosper will consider for employment qualified applicants who are non-US citizens and will provide green card sponsorship.
The ability to stretch beyond one’s specialty by learning new technologies fast and contributing to the team’s goal is highly valued
Prosper’s Engineering culture encourages teamwork, ownership, and cross-functional development of well-rounded engineers who have a holistic view of the problems and solution designs. Above all other factors, we are looking for determined candidates who want to be part of a culture of innovation and creativity as we develop financial technology! We are seeking motivated software engineers to work on our interdisciplinary scrum teams, building large scale systems at Prosper Marketplace
The ideal candidate is passionate about learning the Fintech domain and delivering cutting-edge, high-quality solutions to solve business problems. Technologies we use: Java, Kotlin, SpringBoot, REST, GraphQL, Microservices, GCPThis role is a HYBRID opportunity, based two-days a week (Wednesday & Thursday), from either our San Francisco or Phoenix offices.Problems You Will SolveDesign and construct highly scalable, resilient, cloud-native, microservices-based distributed architecture systems.Develop, maintain, and enhance essential backend software componentsCollaborate with cross-functional product and analytics teams to guide or actively contribute to significant strategic initiatives, while also addressing ongoing operational challenges at scaleApply engineering expertise within a business framework to generate substantial business value, approaching problems with an operational perspectiveProactively pinpoint gaps, challenges, and requirements within our systems and processes, formulating and implementing robust solutions independentlyFacilitate the migration of existing on-premises services to cutting-edge cloud technologiesCollaborate with a team of dedicated, intelligent, and ambitious engineers committed to building large-scale systems at Prosper MarketplaceContribute to shaping and nurturing our company's engineering culture, promoting continuous learning and fostering innovationAll About YouBS in EE/CS with 5+ years of experience or MS in EE/CS or other applicable disciplines with 3+ years of experience Strong grasp of computer science fundamentals, including algorithms, object-oriented programming, and distributed systems architectureProficient in designing and building RESTful services and event-driven systemsExpertise in Authentication and Authorization solutionsHands-on experience working with both relational and non-relational databases, such as Firestore, Redis, and MemoryStoreDemonstrated proficiency in leveraging cloud-native architecture and cloud services, particularly in implementing Cloud Functions and architecting Data Flows within GCP or AWS environmentsProficiency in utilizing tools such as Spring Boot, Spring, Hibernate, JPA, and JMSFundamental knowledge of GraphQLHighly proficient in object-oriented languages such as JavaWhat We OfferThe opportunity to collaborate with a team of creative, fun, and driven colleagues on products that have an immediate and significant impact on people's livesThe opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with experienced industry leadersFlexible time off, comprehensive health coverage, competitive salary, paid parental leaveWellness benefits including access to mental health resources, virtual HIIT and yoga workoutsA bevy of other perks including Udemy access, childcare assistance, pet insurance discounts, legal assistance, and additional discounts through PerkspotThis role is hybrid and requires the employee to be at our San Francisco office on Wednesdays & Thursdays$152,000 - $189,000 a yearCompensation details: The salary for this position is $152,000 - $189,000 annually, plus bonus and generous benefits
In determining your salary, we will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.#LI-AW1#IND1About Our Technology TeamWe are growing our Technology team to support our various financial products
The ideal candidate is passionate about learning the Fintech domain and delivering cutting-edge, high-quality solutions to solve business problems
We utilize a progressive, test-driven, Agile development methodology that places a high premium on communication, teamwork, sound design and clean implementation. About UsFounded in 2005 as the first peer-to-peer marketplace lending platform in the U.S., Prosper was built on a simple idea: connect people who want to borrow money with those who want to invest
Since inception, Prosper has helped more than 2 million people gain access to affordable credit with over $28 billion in loans originated through its platform
Our mission is to help our customers advance their financial well-being through a variety of products including personal loans, credit, home equity lines of credit (HELOC), and our newest product, HELoan
Our diverse culture rewards accountability and cross functional teamwork because we believe this encourages innovative thinking and helps us deliver on our mission. We’re on a mission to hire the very best, and we are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity
We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere
It is important to us that every hire connects with our vision, mission, and core values
Join a leading fintech company that’s democratizing finance for all! Our ValuesDiversity expands opportunitiesCollaboration creates better solutions Curiosity fuels our innovationIntegrity defines all our relationshipsExcellence leads to longevity Simplicity guides our user experience Accountability at all levels drives resultsOur Story & Team // Our BlogApplicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) California applicants: please click here to view our California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) Notice for Applicants, which describes your rights under the CCPA: At Prosper, we're looking for people with passion, integrity, and a hunger to learn
We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description
Your unique skill set and diverse perspective will stand out and set you apart from other candidates
Prosper thrives with people who think outside of the box and aren't afraid to challenge the status quo
We invite you to join us on our mission to advance financial well-being.Prosper is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace
All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Prosper will consider for employment qualified applicants who are non-US citizens and will provide green card sponsorship.
