Senior Engineer, Backend Engineering (Portfolio Management) at Human Interest

At Human Interest, we are on a mission to ensure that everyone, regardless of their line of work, has access to a secure retirement. We are a high-growth tech company backed by top-tier investors like BlackRock and SoftBank, and we are fundamentally changing the retirement industry by making financial independence accessible for small and medium-sized businesses. If you want to solve one of the biggest challenges in America while working with a collaborative, mission-driven team, we would love to meet you.

Role at a glance

We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join our Portfolio Management team on a full-time, remote basis. This is a senior-level position where you will play a critical role in building the systems that manage retirement funds for our customers. You can work from anywhere in the United States, collaborating with an agile team that is currently expanding to tackle new product opportunities and drive significant growth.

Your impact

• Design, build, and maintain the backend software systems that process and record retirement savings for our customers.
• Develop robust, scalable, and observable financial engines while making informed engineering tradeoffs to ensure system reliability.
• Collaborate closely with fellow engineers and stakeholders to share technical expertise, mentor team members, and drive continuous improvement across our codebase.

What you'll need

• At least 7 years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Deep expertise in building scalable services and working with both SQL and NoSQL database platforms.
• A strong background in cloud infrastructure and performance analysis.
• A collaborative mindset with a genuine passion for mentoring others and exchanging feedback.
• The ability to write clean, maintainable, and highly testable code.
• Formal training in computer science or a related discipline is preferred.
• Proficiency in English.

Perks and compensation

The base salary for this position ranges from $190,000 to $210,000, depending on your experience and geographic location. In addition to your salary, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your physical, financial, and mental well-being:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• A 401(k) plan featuring a dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4% of your compensation.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave policies.
• Professional development opportunities and access to financial wellness tools.
• Remote work flexibility with monthly and quarterly stipends.
• Access to an employee assistance program for mental health and family support.