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Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Robinhood is building the future of finance with a mission to democratize finance for all. We're hiring a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join teams such as Brokerage (Stock Lending, Margin & Sweeps), International (regional expansion) or Crypto to design and deliver scalable, low-latency systems that support millions of customers.

Skills

  • 5+ years software development experience
  • 3+ years building low-latency, large-scale distributed systems
  • Experience designing and implementing highly concurrent systems
  • Strong REST API design and development skills
  • Proven track record on projects with long-term impact
  • Ability to mentor engineers and lead technical efforts

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, test, and release scalable backend systems and components with attention to correctness and maintainability
  • Build and maintain REST APIs serving millions of customers in collaboration with frontend and data teams
  • Optimize system performance, reliability, and operational scalability
  • Mentor and lead junior engineers; drive large, complex projects and technical initiatives
  • Identify and prioritize opportunities to reduce risk and improve team productivity

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience

Benefits

  • Base pay plus bonus opportunities, equity, and comprehensive benefits
  • Total Rewards vary by region and role — details available on careers page
  • Inclusive interview process and reasonable accommodations upon request
  • Opportunities for career growth, mentorship, and cross-team collaboration
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Robinhood is a leading financial services company headquartered in Menlo Park, California. The company was founded in 2013 and currently has 23.9 million funded customers, 13.7 million monthly active users, and $130 billion in assets under custody.

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Work/Life Harmony
Dare to be Different
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Fast-Paced
BENEFITS & PERKS
Maternity Leave
Paternity Leave
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Resources
Life insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401K Matching
Paid Holidays
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Paid Time-Off
Learning & Development
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$187,000/yr - $220,000/yr
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Full-time, hybrid
DATE POSTED
September 29, 2025
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