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Forward Financing is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts with team members throughout the United States, Dominican Republic, and Canada. The company is on a mission to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America. Recognized as a Best Place to Work by Built In Boston and certified as a Great Place To Work, Forward is investing in its employees, technology, and customer experience with longterm success in mind every step of the way. The Engineering team serves as a key driver of innovation at Forward Financing. We build the software that powers a FinTech product that serves Small Businesses across the country. A key part of our strategy involves leveraging data from dozens of thirdparty vendors to power our AI/ML initiatives and our analytical capabilities. Were looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to support our growing scrum teams. This role can be fully remote (EST business hours). In This Role, You Will Design, develop, and implement scalable and secure software solutions to meet the evolving needs of Forwards business Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications Drive the enhancement of quality, scalability, reliability, and speedtomarket of Forwards thirdparty integration infrastructure Elevate software application quality through development best practices Work across multiple teams to deliver complex features Maintain active engagement across multiple scrum teams, ensuring timely resolution of technical challenges Boost engineering productivity by creating technical artifacts and coaching team through design and PR reviews Act as a mentor for junior engineers, instilling best practices and raising the bar Why You Should Apply Missiondriven company: Forward is a trusted source of fast, flexible funding for small businesses that have often been underserved by traditional financing options. Flexibility is a top priority: Our employees are empowered to choose where they want to work, whether from home, the office, or a combination of both. Role Requirements 5+ years FullStack development experience, with a focus on the backend (Ruby preferred) Excellent problemsolving and analytical skills Understanding of software architecture and design patterns Demonstrated depth of technical knowledge in one or more areas of the SDLC Experience in Agile software development Typically has a Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related field or additional relevant experience It Would Be Nice If You Also Had Experience providing technical leadership and/or mentorship Experience designing and implementing complex systems across multiple software applications and/or languages Excellent written and verbal communication Experience with TypeScript Ability to influence others Demonstrated project management skills Forward Financing Core Values Drive the Mission - We believe in financial opportunity for underserved small businesses. We say yes when others say no. Keep It Real - We value direct communication, candid feedback, and authenticity. We are an open book. Act with Kindness - We create an environment where caring is cool and helping is the norm. We do the right thing. Shoot for Extraordinary - We are inspired by innovative thinking and continuous improvement. We never settle for yesterdays best. About Us Forward Financing is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts with team members throughout the United States, Dominican Republic, and Canada. The company is on a mission to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America. Whether facing challenges accessing traditional financing or simply needing a convenient, flexible solution, Forward is committed to funding more of the millions of small businesses nationwide. Forward offers revenuebased financing delivering an upfront sum of working capital in exchange for a set amount of the businesss future revenue. By simplifying the requirements, streamlining the process, and using advanced proprietary technology, Forward is often able to deliver funds same day giving more businesses the financial opportunity they need to thrive. Perks & Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and commuter benefits Flexible timeoff policy Paid parental leave 401(k) match for US employees Wellness reimbursement Volunteering days Annual professional development budget Charitable donation match Workplace flexibility; choose where you work US Equal Opportunity Employment Information Forward Financing is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to fostering a fair and inclusive culture built on a foundation of high performance and exceptional customer experience. With a laser focus on employee impact, were able to reduce biases and ensure the right people are in the right jobs to contribute to our mission. The varied perspectives of our people fuel innovation and make us a stronger team. By embracing what makes each of us unique, we create a supportive environment where people feel valued, accepted, and empowered to thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr