Published: Tue, 25 Mar 2025 02:50:43 GMT
Senior Full-Stack Engineer at Public
Public is a leading investing platform that offers a fast, secure, and intuitive way to build a diverse portfolio. Our members have access to a wide range of assets including stocks, options, bonds, crypto, ETFs, and alternative investments, all in one convenient place. In addition to our robust investing tools, we also offer Alpha, an artificial intelligence layer that provides valuable data and analysis to support informed investment decisions. Since our launch in 2019, Public has raised over $400 million from top investors including Accel, Tiger Global, Dreamers VC (founded by Will Smith), Mantis VC (founded by The Chainsmokers), and Advancit Capital (founded by Shari Redstone). We are also proud to have renowned figures in business and culture, such as Maria Sharapova, Tony Hawk, and Scott Galloway, as investors.
Role Overview
We are seeking a talented Senior Python / Full-Stack Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing backend services and frontend products used by millions of users. The ideal candidate is a proactive and hands-on individual with a strong sense of ownership and a drive for delivering high-quality results. You should also have a passion for mentoring and collaborating with others. At Public, we value teamwork and collaboration, and you will work closely with Product and Design teams to create impactful features and drive our growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
● Develop and maintain backend services and frontend products used by millions of users.
● Work closely with Product and Design teams to create impactful features and drive growth initiatives.
● Mentor and collaborate with other team members to deliver high-quality results.
Requirements
● 5+ years of professional software development experience, preferably in startups or high-growth environments.
● Strong proficiency in Python, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
● Experience with AWS Lambda and/or Python backend frameworks such as FastAPI.
● Familiarity with AWS DynamoDB.
● Proficiency with React and Next.js is a plus.
● Strong understanding of HTML and CSS.
● Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs.
● Familiarity with asynchronous programming (asyncio, etc.) is a plus.
● Experience with testing tools such as Jest, React Testing Library, and Playwright.
● Familiarity with Figma (used for design handoff).
● Excellent attention to detail and a focus on user experience.
● Flexibility and adaptability to changing business needs.
● Ability to learn and master new programming languages and technologies.
● Excellent communication skills.
Bonus Points
● Experience with LLM APIs and/or prompt engineering, fine-tuning, and use of vector databases.
● Experience in the Financial Services and/or Financial Technology sectors.
● Experience working for an international company operating across different time zones.
Public is an equal employment opportunity employer and we celebrate diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. Apply link
