Software Engineer (back-end)

Company Description

Whether you’re working from home or on your way to the office, chances are you’re probably reading this because you’re seeking a new adventure, or you’re up for a new challenge. GROW Inc might just be that for you!

So, who is GROW Inc?

Founded in 2016, we’re the Australian FinTech success story you probably haven’t heard about. We’re solving big problems in the Superannuation and Managed Funds industry. The administration platforms (the software that tracks everything to do with your super) are built on things you or your parents would recognise from the glory days of 90’s computing.

How are we doing it?

We’re solving this by disrupting the wealth management industry with DLTA, our platform built on Distributed Ledger Technology which improves the financial wellbeing of Australians. We’re making Super more timely and information more accessible whilst enabling wealth management companies to offer more cost effective solutions.

We’re rebels with a cause. We’re authentic, diverse, and embrace our differences as we continue to put a dent in the universe. We know diversity of thought helps us to build better solutions for our customers which is why we encourage the entire GROW team to bring their whole selves to work each and every day

Job Description

Engineering @ Grow Inc.

We are passionate technologists with an appreciation for clean code and fault tolerant systems. Our team is distributed across Australia and the Philippines, with engineers collaborating across regions. We believe in leveraging different perspectives and backgrounds because that makes our team and product stronger.

We look for teammates who are:

• Curious and aim to understand things deeply.
• Advocates for best practice.
• Respectful and inclusive.
• Comfortable sharing the grunt work.

What You Will Do

• Backend Development: Design, implement, and maintain backend services, APIs, and microservices using TypeScript and Node.js to support our application's functionality.
• Database Design and Optimisation: Develop efficient, scalable MongoDB schemas, optimise queries, and ensure fast, reliable data access.
• API Integration: Collaborate with frontend developers and other teams to define API contracts, integrate third-party APIs, and ensure seamless communication between systems.
• Code Quality and Testing: Write clean, well-documented, and testable code following best practices. Develop unit tests, integration tests, and automated test suites to maintain code reliability.
• Performance Optimisation: Identify performance bottlenecks, troubleshoot issues, and optimise backend systems for improved response times and resource utilisation.
• Security and Compliance: Implement security best practices to protect user data and prevent vulnerabilities, staying up-to-date with industry standards and compliance requirements.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, provide technical insights, and contribute to the overall product roadmap.
• Code Reviews: Participate in and conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable code and mentor fellow engineers.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with the latest technologies, tools, and trends in Node.js backend development. Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance team productivity and product excellence.

Additional Information

Why you’ll love working at GROW

• ME Days - Take an additional 3 days of leave off per year for wellness!
• Birthday Leave - Take an extra day off per year on your birthday!
• Learning & Development Budget - up to $200 AUD per year to use on your own development!
• Remote Work Arrangement - we have a flexible, remote working environment!
• Health Insurance - For you and 2 dependents!
• Government Contributions paid on top of salary

Looking for a job can be stressful and we don’t want you agonising over the wording of your cover letter, so don’t include one. Just make sure your CV is well-written and detailed enough so we can get a better idea of the type of person you are. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, but you feel inspired to join our mission, we encourage you to send in your application. You never know, you could be the perfect person to join our team!

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