Sr. Full Stack Software Engineer bei Stanford Federal Credit Union

Senior Full Stack Software Engineer Opportunity at Stanford Federal Credit Union! 

We’re on a mission to improve financial lives! If you’re a high-energy, compassionate, and collaborative individual with a desire to make a difference, we encourage you to consider joining our SFCU team! Members really do come first at Stanford FCU because we’re non-profit and owned by our members. Our members work for Stanford University or some of the most innovative companies in Silicon Valley—and we provide them with the most generous financial benefits in our industry. 

Stanford FCU is a $4 billion company with a global reach of over 88,000 members in 90 countries and growing! Come grow with us and see what it’s like to work for a Bay Area Top Workplace. As our CEO says, “we work hard, and we play hard”, and we need your help to improve even more financial lives!

As a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer at Stanford Federal Credit Union, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of our software development initiatives. In addition to performing hands-on technical work, you will play a critical role in design and implementation of scalable, secure, and maintainable applications across the full stack, while mentoring junior developers and fostering a culture of engineering excellence.

This role requires a strategic thinker who can uncover implicit requirements, drive architectural decisions, and implement robust development processes that elevate team capabilities. We are looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment where our members come first

Who YOU are:  

• 7+ years of full-stack development experience, with a strong portfolio of shipped applications. 
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or equivalent professional experience.
• Deep expertise in front-end frameworks (React, Angular), back-end technologies (Node.js, .NET, Python), and databases (SQL, Oracle, MongoDB). 
• Experience designing and consuming APIs, with a strong understanding of RESTful principles and security best practices. 

• Excellent communication and documentation skills and a passion for mentoring and team development. 
• Strong plus: experience with financial services platforms such as Fiserv DNA, Q2, Temenos, etc.

What YOU’LL do:

Hands-On Development

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack applications using modern frameworks and technologies.
• Work closely with business stakeholders, product managers, and IT teams to understand organizational needs and provide technical solutions that align with business objectives.
• Modernize legacy codebases by transitioning from older technologies (e.g., Perl) to modern languages and frameworks (e.g., Python).

Technical Leadership

• Lead architectural design and technical decision-making for new and existing systems.
• Facilitate requirements discovery, including identifying hidden and implicit needs.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including architecture diagrams and design rationale.
• Actively mentor junior developers, providing guidance on coding practices, and debugging.

Some of our benefits for YOU:   

• 100% paid employee medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D and short-term disability insurance for the employee; 50% paid for dependents
• Quarterly incentives up to 10% of your salary (based on position)
• Employer 401(k) matching up to 5% plus additional annual discretionary contributions
• Education reimbursement up to $5,200/year
• Employee recognition program with cash incentives 
• Commuter Toll reimbursement $100-$200/month (based on position)
• Wellness Benefits up to $1,200 per year
• Paid Sick Time accrues at two weeks per year
• Paid Vacation Time accrues at three weeks per year
• Paid Federal banking holidays (approximately 11 per year)
• Ongoing training and education, seminars, and conferences
• Loan rate discounts on some products (vehicle, mortgage and HELOC loans)
• Waived fees and deposit bonuses on Stanford FCU accounts
• Flex health/transit plan availability 
• Employee Assistance Program with free benefits like counseling, help finding legal assistance and day care resources

If you are ready for this awesome opportunity (or know somebody who is) please contact us today! 

Stanford Federal Credit Union provides competitive pay ranges based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities, qualifications needed for the position and external market pay for comparable positions.

Please Note: SFCU does not provide work visa sponsorship or accept visa transfers for any positions. 

Stanford Federal Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.