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Software Engineer – Cash App Taxes

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. Design, build, and own features and systems powering the Cash App Taxes filing experience .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $180,000 - $270,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend development, system design, and architecture, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality software solutions in the tax industry. Proficient in translating complex tax rules into maintainable code while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

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Backend DevelopmentSystem DesignObject-Oriented ProgrammingJava / KotlinTax Industry Experience

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Hard Skills
Software DevelopmentE-File SubmissionCoding Best PracticesTesting and DeploymentProblem-SolvingAttention to Detail
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
IBatisSQLDatadogSplunkNew RelicGCPAWSGitHubHTTPJSON
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceEngineering
Industry Keywords
Tax SoftwareAI-First MindsetProduct-Centric Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AWSCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformGRPCJavaKotlinSplunkSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design, build, and own features and systems powering the Cash App Taxes filing experience
  • Develop federal and state form logic through e-file submission
  • Translate complex tax rules and requirements into clean, maintainable, well-tested code
  • Build tools and guardrails enabling non-technical contributors to safely make code changes
  • Drive architectural and design decisions for scalable, secure, and maintainable tax software
  • Establish best practices for coding, testing, deployment, and documentation
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Tax Product Specialists, Cloud Platform, Design, Product, Customer Care, and other teams
  • Identify and resolve accuracy, reliability, and performance issues
  • Balance new feature development with ongoing maintenance
  • Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry best practices
  • Apply an AI-first mindset in everyday work

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 4+ years of professional software development experience
  • Experience in a fast-paced or product-centric environment preferred
  • Experience in the tax industry is a major plus
  • Strong backend development skills
  • System design and architecture knowledge
  • Object-oriented programming
  • Track record of delivering reliable, high-quality software solutions on schedule
  • Excellent communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • Passion for building innovative software
  • Knowledge or experience with Java / Kotlin
  • Knowledge or experience with iBatis / SQL relational databases
  • Familiarity with Datadog, Splunk, New Relic, GCP, AWS, GitHub, HTTP, JSON, gRPC, Protocol Buffers, Okta, Linear, and AI coding agents

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Remote work
  • Medical insurance
  • Flexible time off
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Modern family planning
  • Reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants
  • Inclusive interview experience