Senior Software Engineer developing Full-Stack applications for NerdWallet's fintech products. Collaborating on user experiences and backend infrastructure with a focus on performance and scalability.
Responsibilities
Build, maintain, and evolve Full Stack React/Next.js applications that serve millions of monthly users.
Improve Core Web Vitals, accessibility, and technical SEO to drive discoverability and engagement.
Partner with product, organic growth, paid marketers and content teams to launch, test, and iterate on high-impact shopping experiences.
Design and implement backend APIs and cloud services that power dynamic, personalized content and partner integrations.
Collaborate on platform-wide initiatives: performance, observability, A/B testing infrastructure, and developer experience.
Contribute to shared UI components and design systems, helping scale high-quality UX across pages and flows.
Participate in code reviews, mentorship, and team technical discussions to help raise the engineering bar.
Requirements
6+ years of software engineering experience, with meaningful contributions across both front-end and back-end systems.
Deep experience in TypeScript, React.js, and Next.js or a related isomorphic framework (Astro, Gatsby, etc.).
Experience with building backend systems using cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, GCP, Vercel).
Hands-on experience building and consuming RESTful and GraphQL APIs and integrating with databases (SQL/NoSQL).
Strong product and UX sensibility with a keen eye for performance, usability, and responsive design.
Familiarity with modern DevOps practices (CI/CD, IAC, observability).
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Preferred: Experience working in SEO-focused web environments, affiliate commerce, or shopping marketplaces.
Preferred: Hands-on experience with web vitals, lazy loading, caching strategies, or third-party analytics tools.
Preferred: A technical blog, open-source contributions, or portfolio site showcasing your work.
Preferred: Background in FinTech, financial services, or other regulated industries.
Benefits
Monthly Healthcare Stipend
Rejuvenation Policy – Vacation Time Off + You will receive the official public holidays in your province
Paid sabbatical for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge and pursue their interests
Monthly Wellness Stipend, Wifi Stipend, and Cell Phone Stipend
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