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Senior Backend Engineer

👨‍💻Software Engineer
🌏Bangkok
🏢 On-site
💼Full time
🗓️A Little Old

Job Description

About Us


Honest, a Series-B funded fintech innovator with $70 million in backing, is reshaping the future of banking across Asia. Our mission extends beyond the conventional boundaries of financial services; we are committed to building a banking platform for fairness, accessibility, and innovation.


Since our launch in Indonesia in 2023, Honest has quickly become a pivotal player, leading the market in credit card issuance and setting new standards for customer experience and financial inclusion. At the heart of our operations is a commitment to diversity and inclusivity, recognizing that our strength lies in our global team's collective and varied perspectives.


The Opportunity

Honest offers a unique platform for professionals to contribute to meaningful projects that have a tangible impact on financial accessibility in the region. Candidates will find a culture that values simplicity, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. We seek team members skilled in their respective fields and share our dedication to creating a more inclusive financial ecosystem.


Your Role and Responsibilities

  • Build a cloud-native financial API platform from the ground up in collaboration with other awesome engineers.
  • Design and implement scalable distributed architectures to power seamless customer experiences for large user bases.
  • Integrate with third-party systems/providers by writing flexible and scalable code with the appropriate levels of abstraction.
  • Build and test reusable APIs.
  • Design and implement testing strategies (from unit to integration to end-to-end testing) to ensure a high degree of reliability.


Qualifications

  • Strong algorithms, data structures, and coding background.
  • Experience building large-scale cloud-native scalable applications.
  • Extensive experience with software engineering best practices (e.g., unit testing, code reviews, design documentation).
  • Not tied to a particular programming language - you should be fluent in more than one language and willing to learn Go if it's not one of them.
  • High level of attention to detail.
  • Strong product sense.


Why You'll Love It Here


Empowerment through Ownership

  • Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP): We believe in empowering our team at Honest. Every employee is granted stock options because we want you to be a part of the company's success and future.


Financial Security and Support

  • Provident Fund: We provide a provident fund to support your long-term financial well-being, underscoring our commitment to your prosperity.
  • Competitive Salaries: We offer salaries that match or exceed market standards, recognizing the skill and dedication you bring to our team.


Continuous Learning and Development

  • Weekly Knowledge Sharing Sessions: Honest members meet weekly for a company-sponsored lunch to exchange insights and learnings, fostering professional growth and community.
  • Training Courses and Book Subsidies: We offer a $500 subsidy for courses and books to support your continuous learning and professional development in areas that matter to you.


Collaborative Work Environment

  • Office in Bangkok: Designed to enhance collaboration, creativity, and comfort, our Bangkok office provides a conducive environment for innovation and productivity.
  • Modern Facilities: Equipped with ergonomic workstations and communal spaces for brainstorming, our office supports various work styles and well-being.


Health and Wellness

  • Premium Healthcare Plan: We offer comprehensive medical coverage for you and your family, emphasizing the importance of health for overall productivity and well-being.
  • Monthly Wellness Allowance: A monthly wellness allowance supports activities that contribute to your health and balance, such as gym memberships or fitness classes.


Culture and Community

  • Meritocracy and Recognition: We operate on a flat structure, valuing contributions and achievements over titles or hierarchy. Your hard work and impact are recognized and celebrated here.
  • Diverse and Inclusive Team: Join a team of the brightest minds from over 20 nationalities, all contributing to an environment of mutual respect, learning, and growth.


Strategic Support

  • Silicon Valley Backing: As one of the best-funded startups in Southeast Asia with Silicon Valley investors, we're poised for rapid growth and innovation. Our financial stability offers unparalleled opportunities for our projects and your career trajectory.


Application Process

We value a thoughtful and thorough selection process, ensuring the company and candidates are well-matched. Here is what you can expect after submitting your application:


  • Initial Application Review: We carefully assess each application to understand your skills and experience.
  • Interviews: Discuss with our team to delve into your professional background and aspirations.
  • Practical Assessment: Demonstrate your capabilities through a role-specific task, offering insight into how you approach and solve problems.
  • Culture Fit Rounds and Cross-Functional Interview: As a final step, you participate in culture fit interviews involving team members from various departments. This stage assesses alignment with Honest's values and the ability to collaborate across functions, ensuring a comprehensive fit within our team dynamic.


Workplace Flexibility

  • In-Office Company: Our operations are centered in our Bangkok office, where we harness the power of face-to-face collaboration.
  • Emphasis on Collaboration: We believe in-person interaction fosters innovation and strengthens team dynamics.


Diversity and Inclusion

Our diversity amplifies our strength. Our vibrant team comprises individuals from over 20 nationalities, each bringing a wealth of unique backgrounds and experiences. At Honest, we're dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates this diversity, ensuring every team member has the opportunity to thrive, contribute, and drive our mission forward. This commitment to inclusivity is fundamental in shaping a workspace where everyone feels valued and empowered to make a difference.


Join Us

If you are driven by the opportunity to contribute to a mission that matters and to do so in an environment that fosters professional growth and innovation, Honest is the place for you. We invite you to apply and join us in shaping the future of finance in Southeast Asia.


Honest Hiring

Honest is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, have equal opportunities to contribute and succeed and celebrate our differences as strengths.