
About Plaid
Empowering financial freedom through seamless APIs
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in SoMa, San Francisco, CA
- Over 12,000 financial institution integrations
- Serves 25% of North Americans with bank accounts
- $1.3 billion raised in Series D funding
Plaid is a leading fintech company headquartered in SoMa, San Francisco, CA, specializing in APIs that connect consumers with their financial institutions. With over 12,000 integrations across the US, Canada, the UK, and Europe, Plaid serves hundreds of applications like Venmo, Robinhood, and Coinba...
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Software Engineer - Intelligent Tooling
Plaid β’ San Francisco
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Plaid is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their Intelligent Tooling team to build AI-powered internal systems that enhance developer workflows. You'll work on integrating AI into coding tools and internal platforms. This role requires hands-on experience in software engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on building internal systems that enhance developer productivity. Your experience includes working with AI technologies and integrating them into existing workflows, allowing engineers to delegate lower-leverage tasks effectively. You understand the software development lifecycle and have a passion for improving developer experience through innovative tooling. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions. You are results-driven, measuring success by the adoption and reliability of the systems you build. You are comfortable taking ownership of projects and are eager to contribute to a team that is at the forefront of AI integration in software development.
Desirable
Experience with AI-powered tools and platforms is a plus, as is familiarity with coding integrations that enhance the software development lifecycle. You may have worked in environments where you helped establish technical foundations for new teams or initiatives. A background in building scalable systems that support engineering operations will set you apart.
What you'll do
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Intelligent Tooling team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how Plaid integrates AI into its coding tools and internal systems. You will be responsible for designing and implementing internal platforms that empower engineers to work more efficiently. Your work will involve collaborating with other engineers to create durable systems that enhance the developer experience. You will engage in hands-on development, ensuring that the tools you build are reliable and widely adopted across the organization. You will also work closely with cross-functional partners to align on the needs of the engineering teams and ensure that the tooling you develop meets those needs effectively. Your contributions will directly impact how engineers at Plaid do their work, allowing them to focus on higher-leverage tasks and innovate for customers.
What we offer
Plaid offers a dynamic work environment where you can be part of a team that is leading the charge in AI integration within software development. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to projects that have a significant impact on the companyβs operations. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. You will be supported in your professional growth and development, with opportunities to expand your skills and take on new challenges within the organization.
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