What we do
At Blankfactor, we are dedicated to engineering impact. We are passionate about creating value by building best-in-class tech solutions for companies looking to transform, innovate, and scale. In every project, we aim to deliver work that moves the needle and drives measurable outcomes for our partners and clients. Our full-stack development, data engineering, digital product, and enterprise AI solutions cater to a range of industries, including payments, banking, capital markets, and life sciences.We are headquartered in Miami, Florida, have offices in Bulgaria, Colombia, and Romania, and are rapidly expanding our global footprint.
Our culture of engineering excellence, technical expertise, and care for both our clients and our talented workforce has made us one of the fastest-growing companies in America.
We only hire the best and brightest. If you have talent and ambition, join us and be part of an environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth. Welcome to Blankfactor!
What to expect in this role
We are seeking an Engineering Lead to direct our software development initiatives within the BFSI sector. This pivotal role involves both active coding (50-70% of your time) and leadership responsibilities, overseeing the modernization of our customers’ legacy systems and the adoption of new technologies. The ideal candidate is a versatile developer comfortable with multiple programming languages and experienced in leading diverse teams.
- Lead development efforts, writing code and reviewing code written by others to ensure it meets industry standards.
- Mentor and support junior engineers, providing guidance and feedback to help them grow professionally.
- Manage and optimize various database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) and understand caching and basic networking to improve application performance.
- Drive the migration and integration of cloud-based solutions and infrastructures.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to align engineering projects with broader company goals, particularly within the payments sphere.
- Prioritize tasks and manage team resources to meet project deadlines and budget targets.
Requirements and technical skills
- Extensive programming experience, with a willingness to adapt and learn new languages as project needs dictate.
- Strong background in managing both relational and non-relational databases, caching, and fundamental networking concepts.
- Demonstrated leadership in technical projects with the ability to mentor and uplift a team.
- Solid experience in the BFSI domain, with a preference for candidates with exposure to the payments industry.
- Practical knowledge in managing and scaling legacy systems while implementing modern solutions.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience specifically in the payments or asset management industries is highly desirable.
- Successful track record in transitioning from monolithic architectures to more modern distributed architectures.
What you can expect as a member of the Blankfactor team
- Fintech Expertise: Access to expertise in machine learning, data science, big data, and AI, providing opportunities for continuous learning and exposure to cutting-edge technologies.
- Technology exams/Certifications covered by the company
- World-class workspace for unleashing creativity
- Fresh fruits and snacks in the office
- Diverse client portfolio
- Cutting-edge high-tech stack
- Monthly on-site gatherings
- Annual festivities: Participate in team-building activities, family BBQs, and end-of-year celebrations
- Participation in Sporting Challenges and Marathons
- Voluntary social events
We believe that diversity of experience and background contributes to more robust ideas and a stronger team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
