At NerdWallet, we’re on a mission to bring clarity to all of life’s financial decisions.
A Senior Software Engineer plays a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining complex software systems while providing technical leadership within a team.
Their primary purpose is to architect scalable and efficient solutions, ensuring that software meets both functional and non-functional requirements such as performance, security, and maintainability.
This is a Full-Stack role, responsible for writing high-quality, scalable, and efficient code.
Review and optimize existing code, conduct thorough testing, and troubleshoot complex issues to improve system performance and reliability.
Foster a culture of continuous learning and best practices in coding, architecture, and software development methodologies.
Build relationships with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business objectives and contribute to architectural decisions.

Minimum of 4 years in software engineering, with a strong background in full-stack development.
Programming Languages – Proficiency in languages like Ruby (on Rails), JavaScript (React), and similar languages/frameworks.
Software Development – Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and methodologies (Agile, Scrum, DevOps).
System Design & Architecture – Architect Ruby (or other) applications with clean separation of concerns.
Databases – Knowledge of SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) databases.
Cloud Platforms – Experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for deploying and managing applications.
Familiarity with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and MVC architecture.
DevOps & CI/CD – Experience with automation tools (e.g. CircleCi, GitHub Actions).
Testing & Debugging – Proficiency in unit testing, integration testing, and debugging tools.
Security Best Practices – Awareness of security principles, authentication, and authorization techniques.
Version Control – Proficiency with Git and workflows like GitFlow.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in consumer credit, lending, loans, or insurance. Familiarity with Ruby on Rails and React.

Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
Rejuvenation Policy – Flexible Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + holiday company shutdown
New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
Mental health support
Paid sabbatical after 5 years for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge, and pursue their interests
Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend (Only remote Nerds are eligible for the Wifi Stipend)
Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy (Only remote Nerds are eligible for these stipends)
Nerd-led group initiatives – Employee Resource Groups for Parents, Diversity, and Inclusion, Women, LGBTQIA, and other communities
Hackathons and team events across all teams and departments
Company-wide events like NerdLove (employee appreciation) and our annual Charity Auction
Our Nerds love to make an impact by paying it forward – Take 8 hours of volunteer time off per quarter and donate to your favorite causes with a company match
401K with 4% company match
Be the first to test and benefit from our new financial products and tools
Financial wellness, guidance, and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through Northstar
Disability and Life Insurance with employer-paid premiums

Senior Software Engineer – SMB

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