Software Engineer

SmartAsset

. Work on the Web Platform team responsible for SmartAsset’s content management architecture .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $119,500 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and scaling web platforms using Java, ReactJS, and NodeJS, while effectively collaborating in Agile environments. Proven ability to mentor team members and contribute to technical decision-making and process improvements.

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Java DevelopmentReactJS ExpertiseNodeJS DevelopmentAgile MethodologiesAWS Cloud Solutions

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Hard Skills

Web Platform DevelopmentRelational DatabasesSQLVersion Control with GitOOP PatternsCI/CD EnvironmentContent Management SystemsIncident ManagementChange Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationCoachingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

TerraformCloudFormation

Industry Keywords

Content Management ArchitectureAgile ScrumTechnical DocumentationStartup Mindset

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudJavaNode.jsReactSQLTerraformWordPress

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work on the Web Platform team responsible for SmartAsset’s content management architecture
Build and migrate the new content management system across front-end and back-end services
Run and scale SmartAsset’s website and other web products as part of an Agile Scrum team
Collaborate with the product team and stakeholders to complete sprint and triage commitments
Participate in key technical decisions and document technical and process improvements
Guide technical designs and ensure successful implementation of the team’s roadmap
Contribute to technology, tooling, and process decisions
Coach and mentor other team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience building, maintaining, and scaling highly available, performant web platforms with Java (or similar)
Deep expertise in ReactJS and NodeJS for modular, modern web applications
Strong knowledge of relational databases and SQL
Version control with Git
Experience designing and implementing complex cloud solutions, preferably AWS
Proven ability to drive project and product success in Agile environments
Ability to identify risks and create effective mitigations
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional teams with a startup mindset
Knowledge of least privilege principle, application structure and OOP patterns (preferred)
Experience working in or developing in a CI/CD environment (preferred)
Familiarity using IAC tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation (preferred)
Knowledge operating incidents, releases, problem, and change management processes (preferred)
Experience using or integrating headless WordPress or other Content Management tools (preferred)
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to communicate via phone calls and/or video conferences
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
SmartAsset is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

All roles at SmartAsset are currently and will remain remote - flexibility to work from anywhere in the Contiguous US.
Medical, Dental, Vision - multiple packages available based on your individualized needs
Life/AD&D Insurance - basic coverage at 100% company paid, additional supplemental available
Supplemental Short-term and Long-term Disability
FSA: Medical and Dependant Care
401K
Equity packages for each role
Time Off: Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Financial Literacy Mentoring Program
Pet Insurance
Home Office Stipend