Full Stack Developer

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Full Stack Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. You will be working on both backend and frontend development using modern technologies such as Vue 3, Node.js, and MongoDB. Your role will involve building and maintaining our core lending platform, implementing new features, and ensuring the scalability and security of our infrastructure.

As part of a small, agile team, you will have the opportunity to work independently and directly impact key business processes, such as loan applications, underwriting, and customer onboarding.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain full stack applications using Vue 3, Elements Plus, Node.js, and MongoDB.
• Develop scalable and secure RESTful APIs to support the loan application and underwriting process.
• Handle the maintenance, optimization, and scaling of the frontend and backend systems.
• Implement third-party integrations such as GoCardless or other open banking APIs to facilitate payment and financial data processing.
• Ensure system reliability and availability through DevOps best practices including monitoring, logging, and deploying using CI/CD pipelines (e.g., AWS, Lightsail).
• Proactively identify and fix bugs, and continuously improve performance and code quality.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 3+ years of experience working as a full stack developer, preferably in a fintech or fast-paced startup environment.
• Strong proficiency in Vue.js (Vue 3) and its ecosystem.
• Solid understanding and hands-on experience with Node.js for backend development, building and maintaining APIs.
• Strong experience with MongoDB, including designing schemas, writing queries, and optimizing performance for scalability.
• Experience with integrating GoCardless or other open banking platforms is a significant plus.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices (CI/CD, containerization, monitoring) and cloud platforms like AWS or Lightsail.
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles.
• Experience with Version Control (Git) and working in a collaborative development environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with payments systems, open banking APIs, and financial data processing.
• Knowledge of security best practices in web development and experience in handling sensitive data.
• Experience with agile methodologies and working in cross-functional teams.
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently, solve problems, and take ownership of projects from start to finish.