Senior Software Developer

Upgrade helps customers move in the right direction with affordable and responsible financial products. Since 2017, we’ve helped over 7.5 million customers access over $42 billion in consumer credit. With a relentless focus on improving our customers' financial well-being, we build products that put more money in their pocket and support their journey toward a better financial future. We’re backed by some of the most prominent technology investors and were most recently valued at $7.3B.

We’re consistently recognized for our collaborative and inclusive culture. Most recently, we were named one of the World’s Top Fintech Companies by CNBC, Best Places to Work by Built In, Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Times, America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek, Best Startup Employer by Forbes, and Healthiest Employers by Phoenix Business Journal.

We’re looking for new team members who get excited about designing and delivering new and better products. Come join us and help build a better financial future for millions of people.

At Upgrade, the Platform team works cross-functionally with our various engineering teams. We design tools, services, and shared libraries to simplify, abstract, and accelerate the daily lives of our developers.

As part of the Platform group, the Identity and Access Management (IAM) team is responsible for our authentication service, as well as everything related to authentication and authorization in our microservices architecture.

We are looking for a passionate Java developer to help us advance the IAM roadmap at Upgrade. Join us!

What you will do:

• Contribute to the definition and implementation of the IAM team's roadmap.
• Develop new IAM-related features: both for the internal platform and for user-facing products.
• Act as a technical expert (SME) on authentication and authorization topics.

What you need (apply even if you only check a few boxes!):

• Advanced proficiency in Java development (knowledge of Golang is a plus).
• Comfortable with security best practices and a good understanding of associated standards: OAuth, OIDC, JWT.
• Prior experience in a microservices environment.
• Experience within IAM teams.
• Knowledge of the challenges and patterns related to using Kubernetes.
• Good communication and empathy skills. You will interact with various stakeholders at Upgrade to help define our vision.
• University degree in computer science or a related field.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and stock option plan
• 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible paid time off
• Competitive 401(k) and RRSP program
• Allowance for learning and personal development
• Paid parental leave
• Health and wellness initiatives

The compensation range for this position in Canada is $150,000 to $250,000 CAD per year, in addition to equity and benefits. Within this range, an individual's base compensation will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, education, and experience related to the position.

_Upgrade is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and foster an inclusive work environment for all. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Upgrade does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or any third parties. Any resume submitted to any employee of Upgrade without a prior written agreement in place will be considered the property of Upgrade, and Upgrade will not be obligated to pay any referral or placement fee. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Upgrade's Talent Acquisition department to submit resumes and only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed agreement. English is required for all positions, as it involves interacting with staff at Upgrade's offices worldwide.