**Senior Software Engineer - Customer Data Platform at blithequark**

Are you ready to join a revolutionary team that's shaping the future of financial institutions? Do you have a passion for innovation, a knack for problem-solving, and a drive to deliver exceptional results? Look no further than blithequark, a pioneering company at the forefront of the seismic shift in the financial services sector. **About blithequark** blithequark is a trailblazing company that's harnessing the power of bleeding-edge technology to empower financial institutions to work smarter and serve better. Since 2018, we've been pushing the boundaries of what's possible, and our products are now powering millions of interactions every month for over a hundred unique financial institutions. We're not just building software; we're building the future of financial services. **Our Mission** At blithequark, we're committed to staying two steps ahead of the curve. We're innovating ourselves and embracing innovation from the collective industry to bring the best solutions into production, now. Our focus is on building AI assistants for end-user customers and internal-user employees, all within a common ecosystem that shares our most coveted moats: knowledge and integration. **Why Join Us?** * Be part of a revolutionary team that's shaping the future of financial services * Work with a talented team of engineers, product managers, designers, and UX researchers * Collaborate on cutting-edge projects that are pushing the boundaries of what's possible * Enjoy a dynamic and supportive work environment that encourages creativity and innovation * Receive comprehensive training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career growth * Participate in a hybrid workforce with employees located across the United States and Canada **The Role** We're seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our team and help us pioneer integrations in new core banking systems of record. As a key member of our engineering team, you'll be responsible for: * Designing and optimizing our API wrapper that routes traffic and orchestrates reads and writes to core banking systems of record * Implementing automations and optimizations to reduce repetitive manual effort * Contributing to our low-latency and up-to-date configuration database that defines client-specific setup * Writing code that is easy-to-understand, ready-for-change, and safe-from-bugs * Guiding engineers and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning * Driving Engineering Best Practices: Establishing and promoting software development standards, including code reviews and testing methodologies * Collaborating with other engineering teams, product managers, designers, and UX researchers **Requirements** * 4+ years of experience in full-stack development with a focus on backend systems * Proficiency in Typescript * 2+ years of experience leading projects and mentoring engineers * Familiarity with SOAP/XML and/or core banking systems of record is a plus * Architectural expertise: Skilled in designing scalable, robust systems and anticipating implementation challenges * Database proficiency: Experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL * Passionate about delivering high-quality, user-centric solutions with a "get things done" attitude * Comfortable navigating ambiguity and adapting to change * Excellent communication skills and a team player who positively influences others * Committed to writing code that is easy-to-understand, ready-for-change, and safe-from-bugs * Hands-on experience building high-performing, scalable architectures—not just theoretical knowledge * Continuous learner: Eager to stay ahead of technology trends and enhance both technical and leadership skills **Tech Stack & Tools** * React.js * Node.js, TypeScript, Python * GraphQL, REST, Websockets * PostgreSQL, BigQuery, Elastic Search * Docker, Kubernetes * Shared component library * Proprietary NLP/ML shared utility services & models * Proprietary RAG ingestion pipeline and search algorithm * Event-driven Pub/Sub * Google Cloud * GitLab / CI * Frontier LLM providers - OpenAI and Google * BYO IDE - paid by us * Google Workspace / Gmail * Twilio for voice-telephony & SMS * JIRA / Confluence * Slack **What We Offer** * Competitive salary and benefits package * Comprehensive training and development opportunities * Flexible work arrangements and remote work options * Collaborative and dynamic work environment * Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance * Opportunities for career growth and advancement **How to Apply** If you're a motivated and experienced software engineer looking for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit for this role. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join a revolutionary team that's shaping the future of financial services. Apply now to become a part of blithequark's innovative team!