As a Backend engineer you will help us scale the technology as our business continues to grow while staying focused on shipping software that matters to our customers. You will help to innovate on various aspects of Engineering and Distributed Architecture, focus on the CI/CD process for delivering quality products in the true sense of lean development. You will contribute to our primarily Java-based systems.

In Short

Design, develop, implement, and deliver high quality products to Marqeta’s customers.
Make it simple, for both our customers and for ourselves. Develop testable, scalable, trustworthy systems that eliminate manual tasks from the financial industry.
Prioritize and ship features in line with your team’s roadmap - working in a team environment to deliver effectively.
Uplift those around you and make Marqeta better through your presence. Mentor other engineers on the team, drawing on your experience to provide thoughtful direction.
Apply modern best practices in your designs and implementations.

Requirements

We are hiring Software Engineers with 2+ years of engineering experience.
We primarily use Java, supplemented by Python, Go, and Ruby for certain implementations. However, we are open to and appreciate experience in various other programming languages.
Experience with transactional RDBMS such as MySQL, Postgres, MS SQL Server, or Oracle.
A strong passion to write code with great quality and test coverage.
Strong communication skills - including the ability to listen to the needs of others and comprehend complex matters, articulate issues in a clear and concise manner, and present effectively in both oral and written presentations to all levels in the organization.
Team-oriented approach – can effectively lead a project or participate as an effective team member as well as work cross-functionally with other organizations.

Benefits

Multiple health insurance options
Flexible time off – take what you need
Retirement savings program with company contribution
Equity in a publicly-traded company and an Employee Stock Purchase Program
Family-forming benefits, fertility support, and up to 20 weeks of Parental Leave
Free therapy sessions, financial and professional coaching, and legal advice
Monthly stipend to support our remote work model
Annual “development dollars” to support our people growth and development