We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer with strong backend development expertise to join Credit Karma on a long-term contract. This is a backend-focused role with some exposure to frontend development. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently, deliver high-quality solutions quickly, and collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently execute backend engineering tasks with minimal supervision.
• Build and enhance features on top of an existing codebase.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and QA in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.
• Follow CI/CD processes for deployment.
• Contribute to scaling product features for millions of users.

Required Skills

• Programming Languages: Strong hands-on experience with TypeScript.
• Frameworks & Tools: GraphQL, Node.js, React.
• Cloud: Exposure to Google Cloud Platform (GCP) preferred.
• Architecture: Experience with microservices.
• Deployment: Familiar with CI/CD pipelines.
• Additional: Strong computer science fundamentals.

Preferred Skills (Nice-to-Have)

• Experience with Scala.
• Previous product engineering experience building customer-facing features.
• Familiarity with large-scale distributed systems.

Hiring Needs

• Urgent requirement to replace resources without impacting project timelines.
• Looking for mid to senior-level engineers who can hit the ground running.
• Strong backend experience in TypeScript is mandatory.
• Java experience is acceptable only if paired with solid TypeScript expertise.
• No time for ramp-up—candidates must have required skills from day one.

Team & Work Environment

• High-performing, fast-paced team with aggressive delivery targets.
• Backend team drives most of the feature development.
• Strong collaboration with Product Managers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.