This role is central to ensuring the stability and scalability of a cloud-native financial technology platform. The engineer will lead system design, support critical applications, guide incident management, and contribute to a collaborative engineering culture in a rapidly growing environment.
Responsibilities
- Design and deploy scalable, cloud-based systems using AWS and Kubernetes
- Provide operational support for core financial services applications developed in Java
- Guide and mentor fellow engineers to strengthen team capabilities
- Lead planning for incident response, disaster recovery, and system capacity
- Collaborate with engineering and product teams to define and track service level objectives and indicators
- Drive initiatives that enhance system reliability, performance, and cost-effectiveness of infrastructure
Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years in Site Reliability Engineering or a closely related technical role
- Deep experience with AWS, Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform
- Strong programming background with proven automation skills
- Experience supporting business-critical applications built with Java
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to modern technology stacks
- Demonstrated ownership and accountability for system performance and uptime
- Excellent communication skills, including active listening and clear technical dialogue
- Resilient mindset with determination to overcome challenges
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with DevOps tooling and AI-related technologies
- Hands-on experience with Apache Spark and AI systems
Tech Stack
AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, Java, Apache Spark, AI technologies
Benefits
- Hybrid work model with flexibility for most roles
- Modern office locations in Culver City, San Francisco, and Dallas with extensive amenities
- Competitive salary and equity compensation for eligible positions
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental and vision (HMO and PPO options)
- 401k plan with 4% employer match and immediate vesting
- 16 weeks of paid parental leave
- Annual learning and development budget and opportunities for internal mobility
- Employee perks program offering discounts on fitness, travel, pet insurance, and mobile plans
- Financial wellness program with personalized counseling on debt, savings, and home buying
- Option to work remotely for one month per year, excluding certain countries
Compensation
Los Angeles, CA salary range: $181,000 - $225,000 USD. Equity: Stock Options (ISOs) for eligible roles. Regular pay reviews and performance-based adjustments.
Work Arrangement
hybrid — Culver City, Los Angeles, CA, FiDi, San Francisco Bay Area, CA — Expectation of being in the office at least three days per week
Team
Growing team within a collaborative engineering culture
- Prioritize kindness through active listening, respectful conflict resolution, and openness to diverse viewpoints
- Value brilliance rooted in humility, ownership, and collective success
- Demonstrate grit by maintaining focus, adapting quickly, and persisting through challenges
Additional Information
- Total compensation includes a competitive base salary, equity in the form of Stock Options (ISOs), and a comprehensive benefits package
- Final salary offer depends on experience, skill level, internal equity, location, and business factors
- Regular evaluation of pay practices to ensure fairness and market competitiveness
- One month annual work-from-anywhere option, subject to geographic restrictions
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