Software Engineer at Prelim (S17)
$110K - $140K
Software for banks to open bank accounts
US / Remote (US)
Full-time
US citizen/visa only
Any (new grads ok)
About Prelim

At Prelim, we are on a mission to revolutionize the way financial institutions onboard new customers. We believe that the customer onboarding process should be fast, efficient, and user-friendly. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and make a real impact on the financial industry.

Our no-code platform allows banks and financial institutions to digitalize their services, streamline account opening processes, and improve customer experience. By joining our team, you will be a part of a fast-paced, innovative, and dynamic work environment where you can learn and grow your skills.

Our team is made up of a diverse group of individuals with a wide range of experience and expertise. We value collaboration, creativity, and a passion for problem-solving. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with experts in the field, and be challenged to think outside the box.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, flexible working hours, and a great work-life balance. We are constantly evolving and growing, and we are looking for talented individuals who share our vision and are excited to be a part of our journey. If you're passionate about fintech and want to be a part of a team that is making a real impact in the industry, then Prelim is the place for you.

About the role
Skills: JavaScript, Node.js, React, PostgreSQL

Build the platform that will power every type of financial institution onboarding

The Prelim team is seeking a Software Engineer, Product to join our rapidly growing fully remote US team. You'll have the opportunity to architect and build the platform that handles every conceivable type of financial institution onboarding, from simple deposit accounts to complex treasury services for millions of people. If you're passionate about solving massive-scale engineering challenges and eager to be part of a fast-paced remote startup culture, we encourage you to apply to join our team today!

As a Software Engineer, Product at Prelim, you will own critical parts of the platform that powers digital onboarding for financial institutions across the world. You'll work directly with our customers, product team, and engineering leadership to build systems that handle everything from online deposit account opening to in-branch experiences, account maintenance, treasury services onboarding, credit card applications, and every other type of financial institution onboarding imaginable.

This isn't just another full-stack role, it's the chance to build the infrastructure that millions depend on.

Key Responsibilities:

Architect and build features across our entire stack, from React frontends to Node.js APIs to PostgreSQL databases, handling massive scale and complexity.

  • Design and implement onboarding flows for every financial service imaginable, deposits, loans, treasury services, credit cards, business accounts, and emerging financial products.

  • Build systems that seamlessly integrate with legacy bank infrastructure, core banking systems, and third-party compliance providers.

  • Solve complex technical challenges around multi-tenant architecture, real-time data processing, and bank-grade reliability requirements.

  • Work directly with major banks to understand their unique onboarding requirements and translate complex business logic into elegant technical solutions.

  • Build both customer-facing applications and internal tools that bank employees use in branches and call centers.

  • Own the performance, scalability, and reliability of systems processing millions of applications across hundreds of different banking products.

Qualifications:

  • Experience with modern web technologies (React, Node.js, PostgreSQL preferred). Whether you're a new graduate with impressive projects or an experienced engineer, we want to hear from you.

  • Strong system design skills and experience with scalable architectures, you'll be building systems that need to handle rapid growth.

  • You thrive on solving complex technical problems with business context. You can break down complicated banking requirements and build elegant solutions.

  • You care about business impact and can balance technical excellence with shipping features that move the business forward.

  • You think deeply about user experience, whether you're building for bank customers opening accounts or bank employees processing applications.

  • You communicate technical concepts clearly to both engineering teammates and non-technical stakeholders, including bank executives.

  • You're excited about working directly with customers, understanding their complex needs, and iterating quickly based on feedback.

  • You want to own significant parts of the product and help shape technical decisions as we scale.

Why Prelim?

At Prelim, you'll join a remote-first company experiencing explosive growth, doubling revenue year-over-year while maintaining profitability. This is a dynamic environment where you'll need to be comfortable with ambiguity and rapid change.

You'll be part of a small but mighty engineering team that punches above its weight. While the workload can be intense, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact and grow your career quickly. We promote from within and invest in our people's development.

Most importantly, you'll help democratize access to banking services. Your work ensures that financial institutions can effectively serve their communities through modern, accessible technology.

Technology

We primarily use React, Node.js, and Postgres.

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