Software Engineer

Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards. 

The Brokerage Engineering team builds and operates the systems that power Robinhood’s core brokerage platform, enabling reliable order execution, account management, and regulatory compliance. The team focuses on system reliability, scalability, and accuracy while partnering closely with product and infrastructure teams to support critical financial workflows. You’ll join a group committed to building resilient systems that handle high-volume transactions with precision and care!

As a Backend Engineer (IC3), you will design, build, and maintain backend services that support brokerage operations. You’ll work on improving system performance, ensuring data accuracy, and developing APIs that power customer-facing and internal tools. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to systems that directly impact millions of customers while growing your technical expertise alongside experienced engineers!

At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams. 

• →Build and maintain backend services and APIs that support brokerage products and operations
• →Write clean, well-tested code to ensure system reliability and accuracy in financial transactions
• →Improve system performance by identifying bottlenecks and implementing scalable solutions
• →Collaborate with product managers and engineers to deliver features that meet customer and regulatory needs
• →Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving engineering standards and practices

• You have experience building backend systems using languages such as Python, Java, or Go
• You understand database systems and can design schemas that support reliable data storage and retrieval
• You write maintainable, well-tested code and value code quality
• You are comfortable debugging production issues and improving system performance
• You communicate clearly and work effectively with engineers and partners to deliver solutions