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.
As a Software Engineer, you’ll build and own backend services, infrastructure, and data systems that support Robinhood’s core financial products. You’ll solve complex scalability challenges while gaining deep expertise in U.S. financial systems and making a direct impact on the products used by millions.
The Brokerage team’s mission is to pave the way for launching new features, expanding into diverse financial services, and welcoming millions more people into the financial system. The team owns critical services that support trading and brokerage infrastructure and partners closely with other engineering, product, and operations teams across Robinhood.
The Incentives team drives user growth and engagement through both strategic incentives and platform capabilities. One sub-team focuses on increasing net deposits by testing incentive and non-incentive levers, while the other builds Robinhood’s centralized, scalable platform to support personalized, company-wide rewards.
The Identity team protects both Robinhood and its customers by preventing fraud and ensuring regulatory compliance. They own key systems for identity verification, KYC, and fraud prevention across all products, and collaborate closely with teams like Data Science, Brokerage, Crypto, and Security to support global expansion and product launches.
These roles are based in our Menlo Park, CA office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.
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.
What you’ll doDesign, build, test, and deploy scalable backend services and systems with a strong emphasis on long-term maintainability.
Develop product-facing features and platform enhancements that meet strict correctness and scalability standards.
Identify and implement improvements to system performance, engineering productivity, and risk reduction.
Collaborate closely with client teams, cross-functional partners, and external vendors to deliver impactful technical solutions.
2+ years of experience in software development.
Strong track record of successfully delivering large-scope technical projects in cross-functional team environments.
Commitment to high standards in code quality and review processes.
Solid understanding of backend development, system design, and the intersection of product and engineering.
Proficiency in Go or Python.
Hands-on experience with Kafka or similar data streaming technologies.
Familiarity with managing and processing large-scale datasets.
Experience working at a fintech company or financial institution.
Familiarity with technologies like Postgres, Kubernetes (K8s), Redis, and AWS (or similar cloud platforms).
Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more
Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health support
Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces
In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.
Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
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If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.
Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of software developer experience
- Experience with Go or Python
- Experience with Kafka and data streaming technologies
- Experience with handling/processing large amounts of data
- Familiarity with tech stack like Postgres, K8s, Redis, AWS
Robinhood Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Robinhood and has not been reviewed or approved by Robinhood.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials emphasize best-in-class medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside mental-health support and life/disability insurance. Feedback suggests employer-paid coverage levels are strong for employees and solid for dependents.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave and fertility benefits are consistently highlighted, with leave lengths described as generous for the industry. Feedback suggests these family-forming supports compare favorably to many fintech peers.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A flexible lifestyle wallet, commuter support, and rich office perks (catered meals, snacks, events) are prominently featured. Feedback suggests these everyday perks enhance the overall value of the package.
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What We Do
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOOD) transformed financial services by introducing commission-free stock trading and democratizing access to the markets for millions of investors. Today, Robinhood, through its subsidiaries, lets you trade stocks, options, futures (which includes event contracts), and crypto, invest for retirement, earn with Robinhood Gold, and access an expert-managed portfolio with Robinhood Strategies. Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Robinhood puts customers in the driver’s seat, delivering unprecedented value and products intentionally designed for a new generation of investors. Additional information about Robinhood can be found at www.robinhood.com.
Why Work With Us
At Robinhood, we are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. Every role can make a real impact. We’re a team of builders, doers, and bold thinkers who thrive in a high-performance environment and take pride in raising the bar for ourselves and the millions of customers we serve.
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