Web Engineer, International Expansion

Robinhood
Toronto, Canada
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for backend engineers with blockchain experience who thrive in cross-functional teams and are comfortable with in-person work arrangements in Toronto.

Best fit for

  • Backend developers with expertise in Go, Python, or Java and a solid understanding of cloud-native systems
    — “Expertise in backend development using languages such as Go, Python, or Java, with a solid grasp of cloud-native architectures.”
  • Candidates who have delivered correctness-critical systems and demonstrated a deep understanding of failure modes
    — “Care for correctness-critical systems—idempotency, reconciliation, and reasoning carefully about failure modes when money is at stake.”
  • Individuals who can simplify complex problems and align stakeholders across diverse product teams
    — “Proven ability to simplify complex problems, make sound tradeoffs, and drive alignment across diverse stakeholders.”

Things to consider

  • In-person attendance is required at least 3 days per week in Toronto
    — “This role is based in our Toronto, Canada office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.”
  • The role involves building systems for global expansion, requiring attention to localized experiences
    — “The team works across onboarding, funding, account setup, localized experiences, and the platform capabilities needed to launch and scale in new markets.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience with smart contracts and on-chain systems in your resume and interview answers
    — “Interest in blockchain fundamentals—EVM, smart contracts, wallets, on-chain settlement—or a strong appetite to go deep quickly.”
  • Demonstrate your ability to deliver end-to-end projects with a focus on auditability and reliability
    — “Develop product-facing features and platform enhancements that meet strict correctness and scalability standards.”
  • Showcase your track record of raising team-wide technical standards in cross-functional settings
    — “Strong ownership mindset, with a track record of delivering high-quality projects end to end in cross-functional environments and raising team-wide technical standards.”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • deliver high-quality projects end to end in cross-functional environments
  • raise team-wide technical standards
Typical background
2+ years of experience in software developmentexpertise in backend development

Skills & requirements

Required

Backend DevelopmentCloud-native ArchitecturesSystem DesignData ModelingSoftware Engineering FundamentalsCorrectness-critical SystemsOwnership MindsetCross-functional Collaboration

Preferred

GoPythonJava

Stack & domain

GoPythonJavaCloud-native ArchitecturesSystem DesignData ModelingSoftware Engineering FundamentalsSmart Contract IntegrationsChain IndexersDEX Trade FlowsReactCollaborationOwnership MindsetHigh-quality Project DeliveryCross-functional EnvironmentTechnical StandardsHigh-performance TeamsFinanceWeb DevelopmentBackend DevelopmentOn-chain SystemsWeb3 Platform SystemsTokenizationSmart ContractsHigh-performance Trading Product

About the role

Original posting from Robinhood via Greenhouse

Join us in building the future of finance.

Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.

About the team + role

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.

The International Expansion team at Robinhood builds the systems and product experiences that help bring Robinhood to customers around the world. The team works across onboarding, funding, account setup, localized experiences, and the platform capabilities needed to launch and scale in new markets. In close partnership with product, design, and cross-functional teams, they focus on building reliable, scalable solutions that make global expansion faster, safer, and more seamless for customers.

We are looking for a Web Engineer to join our team. As a Web Engineer, you will lead the web development process and build products from inception to deployment. We also work closely with cross-functional teams like design, product management, and internal platforms to deliver high-impact features within multidisciplinary product teams. This individual will be helping solve challenges on, a web first, high-performance and world-class trading product centered on the web.

This role is based in our Toronto, Canada office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.

At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.

What you’ll do

Create high-quality, performant products that leverage technologies like React, TypeScript, and CSS-in-JS

Own and drive features from inception and design to implementation and launch, being the web expert on your team

Build and improve tools to support Robinhood's operations and platforms, providing leverage across the company

Collaborate with design and product experts to rapidly iterate and ship financial products

Build frameworks and abstractions to materially accelerate and empower other developers

What you bring

2+ years of full-time professional experience with modern Web standards, technologies, and frameworks

Skilled at writing and efficiently debugging JavaScript in Node and browser environments

Obsessed with building a best-in-class developer experience

Have a track record of successfully leading projects and delivering large scope technical projects at scale

Constantly setting a high standard for code quality, advocating for best practices in testing, and improving code review processes

What we offer

Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career

Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, and equity ownership

Top tier benefits to fuel your work, including supplemental health insurance, ancillary insurance, and mental health support programs

Access to the best AI tools on the market and continuous AI skill-building for every employee, technical or not

Lifestyle wallet - a highly flexible employer-paid benefits spending account expenses beyond traditional benefits such as wellness, childcare, learning, and more.

Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, paid volunteer time off, parental leave, and more!

Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.

Monthly commuter stipend to help offset in-office commuting costs

Our team is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming interview experience for all candidates. If you require a specific accommodation during the application or interview process due to a physical or mental condition, please complete this Applicant Accommodation Form to notify our team. The form should only be completed if you need a specific accommodation.

Applicant Accommodation Form

Vacancy Notice: This job posting represents an existing vacancy that we are actively seeking to fill.

In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.

Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed.

Base Pay Range:

Toronto, ON$136,000—$160,000 CADClick here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity.

If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.

AI Usage Disclosure: Robinhood uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our recruiting process. These tools enhance the efficiency and consistency of our hiring process; however, all hiring decisions are made by our hiring teams.

Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.

Source: Robinhood careers (Greenhouse)

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