Engineering Manager
Remote
Full Time
#Engineering
#Fintech
#JavaScript
#Functional Programming
#Microservices
#Backend
#Databases
#Cloud
#Infrastructure as Code
#Communication
#Distributed Systems
#Observability
At Splash Financial, we believe that the burden of debt should never prevent anyone from pursuing their dreams. Since our founding in 2013, we have grown from a small team in Cleveland into a major player in the financial space, having successfully refinanced over $6 billion in loans. We partner with credit unions and banks to provide automated lending solutions that help people manage student loans and credit card debt more effectively. With over $70 million in funding from notable investors, we are scaling our impact while maintaining the agile, innovative spirit of a startup. We are looking for passionate individuals to join us in our mission to make people more powerful than their debt.
The role
We are seeking a Lead Engineering Manager to join our remote-first technology department on a full-time basis. This is a pivotal role for someone with at least four years of experience in technical people management. You will serve as a key member of our leadership team, balancing high-level architectural discussions with the hands-on development of our web platforms. Whether you are guiding a team through complex backend challenges or refining our front-end deployment pipelines, you will play a central role in shaping the future of our financial technology products.
Core responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a talented engineering team, focusing on the development and maintenance of our public-facing websites, affiliate partnerships, and online application experiences.
- Collaborate closely with product owners and cross-departmental stakeholders to align technical priorities, manage expectations, and drive business outcomes.
- Foster a culture of operational excellence by implementing engineering best practices, conducting regular performance reviews, and supporting the professional growth of your team members through individualized coaching.
Skills and experience
- Expert-level proficiency in JavaScript and its ecosystem, alongside strong functional programming skills.
- At least 4 years of experience leading technical engineering teams, ideally within the fintech or startup sectors.
- Deep knowledge of microservices architecture, backend languages, databases, cloud hosting, and infrastructure as code.
- Experience with distributed systems, interservice communication protocols, and observability tools for logging and monitoring.
- Strong technical writing abilities and a commitment to deliberate design through documentation.
- A proactive, positive attitude with a focus on understanding the business domain to deliver meaningful results.
Compensation and benefits
We provide a comprehensive package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:
- Fully remote work flexibility.
- Comprehensive medical insurance and 401(k) retirement savings options.
- Flexible PTO and nine company holidays.
- Paid parental leave for all caregivers.
- Equity participation to share in our collective success.
- Essential equipment for your home office and quarterly team meet-ups.
How to apply
If you are ready to make a significant impact on the financial landscape and help us build technology that changes lives, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application to join our team, and we look forward to reviewing your experience and discussing how you can contribute to our mission at Splash Financial.
