Vestwell is the financial technology company powering the new savings economy. Our platform redefines how people save for the critical aspects of life across retirement, education, and healthcare savings needs.
Today, Vestwell enables over 350,000 businesses and over 2M active savers, with over $50B in assets saved across all 50 states.
Vestwell's platform serves a diverse clientele, including financial advisers, employers, third-party administrators, financial institutions, payroll providers, government agencies, and individual savers. To learn more, visit vestwell.com
Who Are We Looking For?
The Engineering team is seeking a curious, growth-oriented engineer who wants to learn how production software is built on a real product team.
You’re a great fit if you enjoy building user-facing web applications, you take feedback well and ask good questions, and you want to get better at writing clean, tested TypeScript. You don’t need to own a product vertical yet — you will work on well-scoped tickets with support from senior engineers, contribute to code reviews, and gradually take on more independent work.
Day-to-Day, You May Also Be Expected To:
- Build and update React/TypeScript UI in our web-based portal for a first class 401(k) platform
- Write and maintain unit tests for components, hooks, and helpers (Jest, React Testing Library; MSW for API mocks in the admin UI)
- Work from Jira tickets with your squad: clarify requirements, open PRs, respond to review comments, and ship incrementally
- Collaborate with Product, Design, and other engineers to turn specs and mockups into working UI
- Learn our stack, coding standards, and Git/GitHub workflow with mentorship from the team
Requirements
The Necessities
- Comfortable writing TypeScript and React (classwork, bootcamp, internships, personal projects, or 0–2 years of professional experience)
- Familiarity with HTML and CSS, and a willingness to follow an existing component library and design system
- Some experience writing tests (Jest, React Testing Library, or similar) — or a clear desire to learn testing as part of the job
- Comfortable using Git for everyday work (clone, branch, commit, pull request)
- Ability to communicate clearly, ask for help, and follow through on feedback
The Extras
- Exposure to NestJS, Express, or another Node.js API framework
- Experience with Material UI, React Query, or a similar component/data-fetching stack
- Familiarity with Agile practice
- Internship, co-op, or open-source experience on a team codebase
- Interest in financial services or retirement products
- CS degree or equivalent practical experience
This role will be based in our Austin office and will be part of Vestwell's hybrid in-office operation.
The expected base salary range for this position is $95K - $110K base. This position is eligible to participate in the Company Bonus Pool and is eligible to receive new hire equity in the Company. Please note that salary bands are based on NY and other similar metro areas and may differ based on where the role is ultimately hired.
Employee Benefits
We’re an innovative, high-growth company with an exciting future ahead. At Vestwell, we prioritize employee wellbeing through comprehensive health benefits, generous time off, and a dedicated Employee Wellbeing Committee. Our hybrid work model offers flexibility while providing access to our collaborative offices in Midtown Manhattan, Austin, King of Prussia, and Scottsdale. And, of course, as a company focused on helping people save for the future, we offer a competitive 401(k) plan.
Interview Process
Our interview process starts the same for every candidate with 1-2 introductory conversations to learn more about your background, interests, and what you're looking for, while also giving you the opportunity to learn more about Vestwell and the team. From there, the process varies by role but typically includes a skills or experience-based assessment, such as a coding interview, portfolio review, or deeper discussion of your relevant experience. Successful candidates then move on to a virtual or in-person interview panel. Before extending an offer, we complete a reference check with a current or former manager and a peer. Throughout the process, we prioritize transparency, clear communication, and minimizing surprises.
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Skills Required
- Comfortable writing TypeScript and React through coursework, bootcamp, internships, personal projects, or 0–2 years of professional experience
- Familiarity with HTML and CSS
- Some experience writing tests with Jest, React Testing Library, or similar, or willingness to learn testing
- Comfortable using Git for everyday work, including cloning, branching, committing, and pull requests
- Ability to communicate clearly, ask for help, and follow through on feedback
- Exposure to NestJS, Express, or another Node.js API framework
- Experience with Material UI, React Query, or a similar component and data-fetching stack
- Familiarity with Agile practices
- Internship, co-op, or open-source experience on a team codebase
- Interest in financial services or retirement products
- CS degree or equivalent practical experience
Vestwell Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vestwell and has not been reviewed or approved by Vestwell.
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Retirement Support — Company materials highlight a 'great 401(k)' with employer contributions. Feedback suggests a 3% non‑elective contribution with immediate vesting and broad eligibility, including part‑time staff and interns.
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Healthcare Strength — Company sources cite competitive health coverage and a company‑sponsored HSA funded by monthly employer contributions. Older posts referenced covering 100% of benefits, though current specifics should be confirmed during an offer process.
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Parental & Family Support — Employer communications describe 16 weeks of paid parental leave with a reduced‑schedule ramp‑back on return. Feedback suggests parental leave is viewed positively relative to other benefit categories.
Vestwell Insights
What We Do
Vestwell is a financial technology company that makes it easier for more individuals to save for life’s most important moments—from retirement to education and healthcare. Founded in 2016, Vestwell’s platform removes traditional barriers to saving, making it accessible, efficient, and approachable for everyone. Vestwell provides a comprehensive suite of workplace savings solutions, including retirement plans, student loan repayment benefits, and specialized accounts for education, emergencies, and disability savings. Trusted by financial advisors, employers, payroll providers, financial institutions, and government agencies, Vestwell empowers nearly 1.5 million savers across over 350,000 businesses nationwide, with over $35 billion in assets saved across all 50 states. With a commitment to closing the savings gap and fostering a secure financial future for all, Vestwell provides an elevated and accessible savings technology everyone deserves. Recognized among CNBC’s World’s Top Fintech Companies, the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies, Forbes America’s Best Startup Employers, WealthManagement.com’s Retirement Plan Advisor Support Award, Built In’s Best Places to Work, and PLANSPONSOR’s Top 10 Recordkeepers, Vestwell continues to set the standard for innovation and impact in the savings industry.
Why Work With Us
Vestwell is powered by a team of passionate problem-solvers building the future of accessible savings. Supported by top fintech investors, we’re tackling a complex challenge with collaboration, innovation, and purpose at every step.
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