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# Software Engineer, Backend

- **Company:** Robinhood
- **Location:** Menlo Park, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $166,000.0 - $195,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Big Data, Software Quality, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Redis, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Backend, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka
- **Published:** August 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5822607604

## About the Role

* 2+ years of experience in software development.
 * Strong track record of successfully delivering large-scope technical projects

in cross-functional team environments.

 * Commitment to high standards in code quality and review processes.
 * Solid understanding of backend development, system design, and the

intersection of product and engineering.

 * Proficiency in Go or Python.
 * Hands-on experience with Kafka or similar data streaming technologies.
 * Familiarity with managing and processing large-scale datasets.

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BONUS POINTS

 * Experience working at a fintech company or financial institution.
 * Familiarity with technologies like Postgres, Kubernetes (K8s), Redis, and AWS

(or similar cloud platforms). --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

## Description

* Design, build, test, and deploy scalable backend services and systems with a strong emphasis on long-term maintainability. * Develop product-facing features and platform enhancements that meet strict correctness and scalability standards. * Identify and implement improvements to system performance, engineering productivity, and risk reduction. * Collaborate closely with client teams, cross-functional partners, and external vendors to deliver impactful technical solutions. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------


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