Lead Software Engineer I - job 1 of 2

Technology at Best Egg is based on agile principles. We believe in quickly iterating and delivering secure solutions that add value to our customers and business. We learn by testing and failing, then apply those experiences to further our progress. The organization routinely evaluates and incorporates new thinking and technologies into our best practices and standards. Best Egg is a cloud-first organization, embracing cloud technology and the potential it creates for technological innovation. We partner closely with AWS to identify new opportunities to advance our stack and business. We deploy to a modern technology stack leveraging advanced CI/CD and Infrastructure-As-Code targeting both managed containers and serverless platforms based on which solution serves us best.

Members of Best Egg’s Engineering and Enterprise Architecture team partner with key stakeholders, including consumers, marketers, CX researchers, and problem advocates across the enterprise to optimize short- and long-term value streams. Encouraged by our healthy technology risk appetite we expedite feature development using techniques such as feature toggles and multi-variate testing with an aim to maximize learning opportunities and better meet consumer’s needs. We enjoy applying a wide range of tools and techniques to formulate solutions and innovations. We consider internal and external stakeholder satisfaction an important component our service performance.

The Lead Software Engineer will be accountable for the timeliness and quality of the engineering products produced within their assigned team.  It is imperative that the lead Software Engineer I can recognize Minimum Viable Product (MVP) features sets, risks, and dependencies, and recommend iterative delivery packages to maximize business value and minimize time to market. 

Additionally, as the leader of a talented team of software engineers, your responsibilities will include overseeing the end-to-end development lifecycle, from ideation to deployment. Collaborating closely with Product Managers and various cross-functional stakeholders, you will wield your expertise to shape and drive the product roadmap.

Internal and External Stakeholder satisfaction will be a component of measuring performance.

• Develop and deliver software iteratively and incrementally
• Perform Unit Test, Integration Tests, and implement supporting testing utilities
• Interpret, confirm, and/or challenge business requirements and document technical requirements
• Conform to organizational best practices for program styling, documentation, refactoring, and unit testing
• Participate in group knowledge sharing as both a consumer and supplier of knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, information technology, mathematics, or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer
• 1+ years of experience as a lead or senior software engineer
• Experience developing and delivering features/capabilities using one or more of the following: Python, Java Enterprise
• Basic understanding of relational or NoSQL databases concepts including query syntax
• Experience in building RESTful applications and shipping via Docker and or Kubernetes; exposure to Helm is a plus.
• Proven track record of working with Product, Design, and other engineering teams to understand the scope of a project and break down work for your team while guiding them through execution
• Capable of innovation, clever problem solving, and high-quality rapid delivery
• Exposure to and understanding of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment concepts
• High self-efficacy, highly motivated, well-organized, capable of developing and executing a sprint plan, and able to communicate status effectively
• Passionate about reducing manual and repetitive work when designing and building tools used by internal colleagues

• Practitioner of Agile methodologies (XP, Scrum, Kanban, Lean, Continuous Improvement)
• Ability to succeed within a cross-functional team emphasizing Collective Ownership in a fast-paced environment
• Be confident and willing to challenge the status quo but also willing to concede and execute other’s ideas when necessary
• Capable of teaching and learning from others to promote continuity of knowledge and personal development
• Ability to work effectively independently and as a team member
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills

Best Egg is a consumer financial technology platform that aims to help people feel more confident about their everyday finances through a suite of products and resources. Our digital financial platform offers simple, accessible, and personalized financial solutions including personal loans, credit cards, and a financial health resource center.

Our culture and values are one of the core reasons why our customers keep returning to Best Egg. We are committed to championing a culture of inclusiveness and diversity of thought, and we focus on providing a safe, flexible, and collaborative work environment. Our associates are encouraged to engage in creative problem solving, and we promote opportunities for growth and enrichment across the organization. 

If you are inspired by inspiring others, Best Egg is the place for you.

Best Egg celebrates diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better we will grow.

Employee Benefits

Best Egg offers many additional benefits for our employees, including (but not limited to):

·       Pre-tax and post-tax retirement savings plans with a competitive company matching

program

·       Generous paid time-off plans including vacation, personal/sick time, paid short--

term and long-term disability leaves, paid parental leave, and paid company

holidays

·       Multiple health care plans to choose from, including dental and vision options

·       Flexible Spending Plans for Health Care, Dependent Care, and Health

Reimbursement Accounts

·       Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, wellness platforms, employee

assistance programs, and Health Advocate programs

·       Other great discounted benefits include identity theft protection, pet insurance,

fitness center reimbursements, and many more!