CertifID

Staff Software Engineer

Reposted 23 Days Ago

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2 Locations

Remote or Hybrid

Senior level

Legal Tech • Real Estate • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • PropTech

CertifID helps to stop wire fraud and keep money out of the hands of criminals.

The Role

The Staff Software Engineer will architect and build scalable software to prevent fraud, lead engineering teams, and simplify complex systems.

Summary Generated by Built In

Cybercrime is rising, reaching record highs in 2024. According to the FBI's IC3 report, total losses exceeded $16 billion. With investment fraud and BEC scams at the forefront, the message is clear: the real estate sector remains a lucrative target for cybercriminals. At CertifID, we take this threat seriously and provide a secure platform that verifies the identities of parties involved in transactions, authenticates wire transfer instructions, and detects potential fraud attempts. Our technology is designed to mitigate risks and ensure that every transaction is conducted with confidence and peace of mind.

We know we couldn’t take on this challenge without our incredible team. We have been recognized as one of the Best Startups to Work for in Austin, made the Inc. 5000 list, and won Best Culture by Purpose Jobs three years in a row. We are guided by our core values and our vision of a world without wire fraud. We offer a dynamic work environment where you can contribute to meaningful impact and be part of a team dedicated to enhancing security and fighting fraud.

Cybercrime is rising, reaching record highs in 2024. According to the FBI's IC3 report total losses exceeded $16 billion. With investment fraud and BEC scams at the forefront, the message is clear: the real estate sector remains a lucrative target for cybercriminals. At CertifID, we take this threat seriously and provide a secure platform that verifies the identities of parties involved in transactions, authenticates wire transfer instructions, and detects potential fraud attempts. Our technology is designed to mitigate risks and ensure that every transaction is conducted with confidence and peace of mind.

We know we couldn’t take on this challenge without our incredible team. We have been recognized as one of the Best Startups to Work for in Austin, made the Inc. 5000 list, and won Best Culture by Purpose Jobs two years in a row. We are guided by our core values and our vision of a world without wire fraud. We offer a dynamic work environment where you can contribute to meaningful impact and be part of a team dedicated to enhancing security and fighting fraud.

We are looking for an exceptional Staff Sw Engineer to help us take our fraud prevention software to the next level. This is a high-impact role where you’ll architect and build scalable software systems that analyze hundreds of signals in real time to look for complex patterns of fraud as we shape the future of fraud prevention. We’re scaling fast, and you’ll have the chance to influence the future of our fraud platform.

What You’ll Do

Design and Architect: Lead the design and implementation of highly scalable, resilient, and secure microservices and platform components crucial for real-time fraud detection and prevention
Technical Strategy & Vision: Define the long-term technical roadmap for core engineering systems, ensuring they align with CertifID's business goals and can proactively address evolving fraud threats.
Hands-on Development: Act as a principal individual contributor, writing high-quality, performant code in languages like Python, Java, or C#, and performing thorough code reviews.
Security & Performance: Champion engineering best practices around security, performance, reliability, and observability (telemetry, logging, alerting) within our cloud-native environment (e.g., AWS, Azure).
Cross-functional Leadership: Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Data Scientists, and other Engineering teams to translate complex fraud and business requirements into concrete, deliverable technical specifications.
Mentorship & Influence: Mentor and coach other engineers on complex architectural patterns, design principles, and operational excellence, elevating the technical capabilities of the entire team.
Incident Resolution: Lead the investigation and resolution of the most complex production issues, implementing preventative measures to ensure system stability and integrity.

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience as a staff-level software engineer in a fast-paced, product-driven environment. Engineering experience of 8+ years.
Experience in leading teams of other engineers to build a long-term technical vision and plans to achieve it.
Strong system programming skills in highly fault tolerant, high-volume transaction processing systems for critical applications.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Problem-Solving: A track record of simplifying complex systems, resolving technical debt, and making pragmatic trade-offs between speed, cost, and quality.

Bonus Points

Experience in fintech, cybersecurity, or fraud prevention.
Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., SOC 2, GDPR, CCPA).
Contributions to open-source data tools or communities.

What We Offer

Flexible vacation
12 company-paid holidays
10 paid sick days
No work on your birthday
Health, dental, and vision Insurance (including a $0 option)
401(k) with matching, and no waiting period
Equity
Life insurance
Generous parental paid leave
Wellness reimbursement of $300/year
Remote worker reimbursement of $300/year
Professional development reimbursement
Competitive pay
An award-winning culture

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We know that great talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If you're excited about this role and believe you can grow into it, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for people who are eager to learn, adapt, and solve challenges—so if that sounds like you, don’t let a checklist hold you back!

Change doesn't happen overnight, and the same goes for us here at CertifID. We PROGRESS collectively and individually as we grow, abiding by our core values. Protect the Customer, Raise the Bar, Operate with Urgency, Grow with Grit, Ride the Wave, Enthusiasm Spreads, Stay Connected, Send It.

Not sure if you check all the boxes? Apply anyway!

Change doesn't happen overnight, and the same goes for us here at CertifID. We evolve collectively and individually as we grow by leaning into the core values that define us. As we grow, we embody GRIT—collectively and individually—to raise the bar and influence outcomes in everything we do. Guard the Customer - Raise the Bar - Influence Outcomes - Teamwork Wins

Top Skills

Fault Tolerant Systems

Software Engineering

System Programming

Transaction Processing Systems

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The Company

Austin , TX

130 Employees

Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

CertifID helps to create a world without wire fraud. Started after our co-founder was hit by fraud – we’re the only company dedicated to fighting fraud for the real estate industry with an identity verification SaaS platform, insurance, and proven recovery services. CertifID helps safeguard billions of dollars every month from fraud and provides peace of mind with direct insurance coverage on every wire it protects.

Why Work With Us

CertifID is a mission-driven company where every team member is a frontline defender against fraud. We operate with GRIT, a set of core values anchored by our commitment to Guard the Customer above all else.