Overview
VP of Engineering
Engineering | New York, NY, United States
This well-funded NYC based start-up is a one-stop shop for small businesses to better manage their receivables. With solutions for all stages of the receivables process, They are bringing the biggest credit innovation of the 21st Century to small businesses.
Responsibilities
The company is transforming the way small businesses manage their receivables. We are looking for a VP of engineering who will lead the development of our entire platform. Primary tasks would be to lead the development of both backend and front-end functionalities (data and business logic), as well as secure interconnection technologies with third party transaction systems (data and payment services). Proven execution records to tight deadlines and high quality output, preferably using project management tools and methods, will be required. Close interaction with all team members on a daily basis, including the business team, the product manager as well as a small team of engineers is also needed. Effective communication and collaboration skills are therefore essential.
While building a revolutionary platform, you will gain experience on a wide array of areas and will get to work with a star team supported by top-level advisors from technology and credit industries.
Responsibilities
Lead the development of our web platform; both the backend and the initial user interface
Develop an enterprise-wide information security plan
Design secure interconnection protocols to connect with multiple 3rd party interfaces (APIs)
Experience
Required Experience and Skills
At least 3 years of experience developing and managing web applications
Familiarity with information security vulnerabilities and risk management
Knowledge of Python, Javascript, PHP, .NET, CSS, HTML, XML, JSON, MySQL
Experience with SQL, one or more Javascript frameworks and AJAX
Experience with rapid development and project management methodologies and platforms and tools
Advanced computer science degree from a competitive institution
Previous experience in managing teams in a startup environment
Experience in end-to-end prototyping and production level code
Nice to Haves
Credit and payment processing systems experience
Compensation
$150k + Equity