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Staff Software Engineer (Backend)

Square

Company Overview

Since 2009, Square has evolved significantly, expanding from payment solutions to a comprehensive suite of integrated, omnichannel commerce solutions, including software for online selling, inventory management, and financial services at the point of sale. Square is committed to building a significant, meaningful, and lasting business that supports sellers of all sizes.

Job Description

As a Staff Software Engineer in the Backend team at Square, you will be part of the Risk Platform Foundations team. Your role involves maintaining and upgrading key services essential for the Square ecosystem's safety and developing the next generation Risk platform to ensure scalability with Square’s growth. You will also participate in strategic roadmapping and act as a technical mentor.

Responsibilities

  • Build the core technical infrastructure to support Risk needs across Square.
  • Collaborate with partner teams to develop new features and services.
  • Design and implement systems that manage sensitive customer data with high standards for security and compliance.
  • Develop tools that enhance partner experiences.
  • Design fault-tolerant systems to ensure reliability and safety.

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of professional software development experience.
  • Proficiency in Java or a similar language.
  • Experience with large-scale strategic initiatives.
  • Strong software engineering skills and computer science fundamentals.
  • Experience in risk or financial systems is a plus.

Additional Information

Square is dedicated to building a more inclusive economy and workplace. We evaluate all employees and job applicants consistently, based solely on the core competencies required of the role, without regard to legally protected classes. We also provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process.

Benefits
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  • Healthcare coverage
  • Retirement Plans
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Wellness perks
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off
  • Learning and Development resources

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