Director, Software Engineering - Credit

3 hours, 12 minutes ago
Full-time
Executive
Software Development
Marqeta

Marqeta

Marqeta is a pioneer in modern card issuing and payment solutions, offering businesses instant card issuance and payment processing through their innovative open API platform.

Diversified Financial Services
251-1K
Founded 2010

Description

  • Lead and develop multiple engineering teams responsible for core credit capabilities.
  • Drive platform resiliency, scalability, and operational excellence.
  • Partner with Product to shape roadmap, sequencing, and delivery strategy.
  • Partner closely with Data, Risk, Compliance, and Operations to define strategy and execute delivery.
  • Establish engineering standards for quality, reliability, testing, and documentation.
  • Improve execution rigor across planning, sprint hygiene, and measurable outcomes.
  • Lead architectural discussions and make high-quality technical decisions.
  • Stay engaged with codebase and system design while empowering teams to execute.
  • Recruit and develop engineering talent and build bench strength.
  • Create a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of engineering experience.
  • 5+ years leading engineering managers or multiple teams.
  • Experience building and scaling distributed systems in cloud-native environments, preferably AWS.
  • Strong background in microservices architectures and high-availability systems.
  • Proven ability to operate in regulated or compliance-sensitive environments.
  • Fintech experience is strongly preferred.
  • Credit domain experience is a plus but not required.
  • Demonstrated track record of raising engineering standards and improving execution discipline.
  • Comfort navigating ambiguity while driving clarity and momentum.
  • Master’s degree in Computer Science is preferred.

Benefits

  • Remote-first Flexible First work model with the freedom to work from home or a company office.
  • Base salary range of $242,400 to $303,000 for the National tier in the United States.
  • Annual bonuses for eligible employees.
  • Multiple health insurance options.
  • Flexible time off.
  • Retirement savings program with company contribution and after-tax contributions.
  • Equity in a publicly traded company plus an Employee Stock Purchase Program.
  • Family-forming benefits, fertility support, and up to 20 weeks of parental leave.
  • Free therapy sessions, financial and professional coaching, and legal advice.
  • Monthly stipend to support remote work.
  • Annual development dollars for professional growth.

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