Senior Software Engineer

<div class="content-intro"><p><img src="https://hi-contentful.imgix.net/4xN7JhmwCRuz3y9M8L8CF7/5c244c52cfc982bd1a348a80dc35d43b/hi-logo-new.svg?auto=format&amp;ixlib=react-9.0.3&amp;h=40&amp;w=132&amp;q=50&amp;dpr=2" alt="hi-logo" width="132" style="max-width: 100%;"></p></div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Human Interest is on a mission to ensure that people in all lines of work have access to retirement benefits.</strong>&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">More than half of all working Americans are not saving enough for their future. Too often, it’s because they are employed by a company that doesn’t offer a retirement plan. Human Interest is changing that by making it affordable and accessible for small and medium-sized businesses to offer employees a path to financial independence through retirement savings.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We’re a high-growth fintech company changing the retirement industry. We are backed by a number of investors. This includes funding from Marshall Wace and Baillie Gifford, as well as top investors such as <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/01/13/2588448/0/en/Human-Interest-and-BlackRock-Join-Efforts-to-Expand-Access-to-Retirement-Plans-for-Working-Americans.html#:~:text=Human%20Interest%20has%20secured%20approximately%20%24500%20million%20in%20funding%20to%20date&amp;text=NEW%20YORK%20and%20SAN%20FRANCISCO,businesses%20across%20the%20United%20States.">BlackRock</a>, <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2021/08/04/2274611/0/en/The-Rise-Fund-Leads-200M-Series-D-Investment-in-Human-Interest-to-Accelerate-Growth-and-Societal-Impact.html">TPG (The Rise Fund)</a>, SoftBank, <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2021/02/11/2174214/0/en/Human-Interest-Completes-105M-Series-C-Following-Breakout-Year-in-2020.html">Glynn Capital</a>, NewView Capital, USVP, Wing, Uncork, and more.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About the role</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">As a Senior Software Engineer, you will build industry-first products that make retirement accounts simple and easy for employers to support and participants to use. You will collaborate with domain experts to design, build and test new features and systems. As reliability and auditability is key to earning our customers’ trust, you will build robust systems that are observable, maintainable, and scalable. As an engineering organization, we:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Value continuous improvement - we care about documentation, security, durability, not just throwing features over the wall.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Help each other be better engineers - we leave things better than we found it.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Aspire to collaborate seamlessly - we ensure our software is improving the customer experience.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What you get to do every day</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Design, build, and maintain our user experiences for both external and internal customers</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Work on business-critical, foundational services which serve as the data funnel of our entire platform&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Improve complex processes and systems to make them more robust and require less human intervention</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to share knowledge and build expertise</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop ownership over domains in our system and make informed engineering tradeoffs</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Advocate for and delight internal and external users</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Direct AI agents across the full development lifecycle, from prototyping and implementation to debugging and code review. Operate as the architect and decision-maker while AI handles the building</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Expand what's possible with AI tooling and identify opportunities to automate repetitive engineering work, improve code quality through AI-driven review, and share effective patterns with your team</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What you bring to the role</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">6+ years of experience building and maintaining software in production</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Desire to work with the following technologies: Node, TypeScript, Kotlin, React, AWS, PostgreSQL, Kafka</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency in leveraging AI coding assistants (e.g., Codex, Claude Code and Cursor) to accelerate development cycles and improve code quality.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Top notch communication skills. You can communicate well with engineers and non-engineers alike</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong desire to learn, think creatively, and share knowledge with others</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Enjoy mentoring other engineers and deeply review their code</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Proactive and empathetic mindset - you love to roll up your sleeves to fix problems for our customers</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Past experience working in startups and/or fintech</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Why you will love working at Human Interest</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Human Interest is tackling one of our country's biggest challenges - closing the retirement gap. You'll be instrumental in architecting and scaling solutions that bring financial security to employees at small and medium-sized businesses nationwide. We’ve made significant progress, but there is still growth ahead, offering you a unique opportunity to solve complex problems, drive innovation, and advance your career alongside a dedicated, mission-driven team. We value hard work and recognize that our team's contributions are key to our continued success.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Join Human Interest and make a lasting impact by shaping the future of retirement.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our operating principles define how we work together as a team. They reflect Human Interest’s unique view on what’s important and what’s right. Documenting this core aspect of our culture helps employees make good decisions on their own. It also helps candidates considering career opportunities critically evaluate whether they will thrive at Human Interest.&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Customer obsession</strong>: We're all about creating amazing experiences for our customers. We put their needs first and go the extra mile to make them smile.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Long-Term Orientation</strong>: We're not just playing for today; we're building a legacy. We think big, plan strategically, and invest in our future.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Autonomous and Accountable Teams</strong>: We trust our team members to take ownership and make smart decisions. We empower you to be your best self!</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>An Escalating Bar for Talent and Performance</strong>: We're constantly raising the bar and challenging ourselves to be better. We believe in growth and continuous improvement.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Fundamental Optimism</strong>: We see the glass as half full (and then we fill it up with more amazing ideas!). We believe in the power of positivity and the potential for greatness.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Compensation</strong> - At Human Interest, there are a number of factors that are used to determine the appropriate pay range for each position. We take into account the cost of labor for each position in various markets across the U.S. The base salary for this position spans <strong>$190,000 - $230,000 </strong>and represents the minimum in our lowest geographic region to a maximum<strong> </strong>in our highest geographic region. The salary we offer to a new employee within this range is based on their location within the U.S., their relevant job-related skills, and experience. At Human Interest, base salary is one component of the overall total rewards package. Depending on the position, additional compensation components such as bonuses, commissions, and equity may be offered. All of our employees are offered a robust suite of physical, financial, and mental wellness benefits. In compliance with applicable laws, we do not inquire about salary history, or about criminal history prior to a conditional offer of employment.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Benefits</strong> -&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">A great 401(k) plan: Our own! Our 401(k) includes a dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4% of compensation (immediately vested) and $0 plan fees</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Top-of-the-line health plans, as well as dental and vision insurance</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Competitive time off and parental leave</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Addition Wealth:&nbsp; Unlimited access to digital tools, financial professionals, and a knowledge center to help you understand your equity and support your financial wellness</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lyra: Enhanced Mental Health Support for Employees and dependents&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Carrot: Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Candidly:&nbsp; Student loan resource to help you and your family plan, borrow, and repay student debt</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Monthly work-from-home stipend; quarterly lifestyle stipend</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Engaging team-building experiences, ranging from virtual social events to team offsites, promoting collaboration and camaraderie.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>We’re a great place to work</strong> (but don’t take our word for it)&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Here’s a list of our awards and accolades:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Certified as a Great Place To Work® (2023-2025)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Fortune Best Place to Work in the Bay Area (2024)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Best Places to Work by Built In (2023-2024)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">America’s Best Startup Employers by Forbes (2020-2022, 2024)&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">A Top Company by Y Combinator (2020-2023)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Inc. Fastest Growing Companies (2021)</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Human Interest is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran or military status, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local laws. Employment with Human Interest is at-will, meaning either you or the company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, except as otherwise provided by law or written agreement.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We are committed to making every stage of our application process fully accessible to all individuals. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the process, please let us know at <a href="mailto:applicantaccommodations@humaninterest.com">applicantaccommodations@humaninterest.com</a>.</span><br><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Protect yourself against fraud and identity theft</strong>. Apply to our open positions directly via our <a href="https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/humaninterest">careers page</a> on Greenhouse. Human Interest will never ask applicants for their financial or banking information as part of our application process. All legitimate communication will come from a @<a href="http://humaninterest.com">humaninterest.com</a> email address. If you have questions, please reach out to us directly at careers@humaninterest.com</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Please note Human Interest does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. We will not consider resumes from vendors, including and without limitation search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We comply with<a href="https://humaninterest.com/applicant-privacy-notice/"> <strong>CCPA</strong></a><strong> </strong>guidelines.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">See more: <a href="https://humaninterest.com/disclosures">https://humaninterest.com/disclosures</a></span></p>