Software Engineer II, Processing - job 1 of 3

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Lithic. We are currently looking for a Software Engineer II, Processing in the United States.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work on the core transaction processing systems that enable seamless and secure payment flows. You will contribute both technically and through leadership by developing reliable, scalable backend services using Java and Python. The position involves ownership of key initiatives from conception to launch, while working in a dynamic fintech environment focused on innovation and high standards. You will gain deep expertise in distributed systems and card payments, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure excellence and continuous improvement.

Accountabilities:

• Ensure high reliability and correctness of transaction gateway services.
• Develop and deploy new features to enhance customer experience and product capability.
• Maintain secure, scalable, and low-tech-debt codebases in backend services.
• Lead project initiatives end-to-end, keeping stakeholders aligned and informed.
• Drive improvements in systems, processes, and team practices both within the team and across engineering.
• Mentor and empower team members to foster growth and collaboration.
• Participate actively in the team’s on-call rotation.

• Proven experience shipping software in a production environment and leading technical projects.
• Strong instincts and skills in designing and managing distributed systems.
• Commitment to empathy, inclusion, and effective communication.
• Growth mindset with a continuous desire to learn and improve.
• Technical leadership capabilities are a plus.
• Interest in fintech and the payments industry preferred.

• Competitive base salary range of $140,000 - $175,000 (for US candidates).
• Health, vision, and dental insurance with HSA contribution matching.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) matching program.
• Voluntary life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• 3% cashback on all Privacy purchases.
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• Work-from-anywhere flexibility: up to 4 weeks per year globally.
• For NYC-based employees: hybrid work with three in-office days per week, $50/month commute stipend, and free lunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.

🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.
Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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