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Software Engineer

HighbeamNew YorkEngineering
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Salary
$200K - $275K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
17 Sept 2025
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Highbeam is hiring a full-time Software Engineer to build the future of business banking and cash management in New York. This position suits an experienced developer with a strong background in cross-functional projects who thrives in an in-person, fast-paced startup environment.

Role Overview

The Software Engineer will design, build, and iterate on core products used by businesses every day. Collaborating closely with product, design, and engineering teams, the selected candidate takes projects from initial scoping through building, testing, shipping, and refining based on real-world feedback. Engineers at Highbeam are expected to utilize AI extensively as a tool for exploration, design, and implementation while maintaining strict ownership, accountability, and a high bar for code quality and maintainability.

Key Responsibilities

Design, build, and iterate on core business banking and cash management products.
Own projects from end-to-end, including scoping, building, testing, shipping, and refining.
Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers.
Design APIs, debug complex systems, and write comprehensive tests.
Leverage AI tools for exploration, design, and implementation while thoroughly reviewing and understanding all final code outputs.

Requirements

4+ years of professional software engineering experience, with startup or small-team experience considered a plus.
Proven ability to lead and deliver technically challenging, cross-functional projects.
Comfort with designing APIs, debugging complex systems, and writing tests.
Strong product sense with the ability to make thoughtful tradeoffs in scope and functionality.
Interest in or willingness to learn basic financial concepts relevant to small businesses.
Ability to work in-person at the New York office.

Nice to Have

Experience working in fintech, AI, or early-stage startups.

Skills and Tools

React
TypeScript
Kotlin
PostgreSQL
Google Cloud

Salary and Benefits

Competitive salary range of $200,000 to $275,000 per year
Meaningful equity
Comprehensive health and benefits package
Generous paid time off (PTO)
$1,000 per year stipend to purchase customer products
$100 per month wellness stipend
Yearly company offsites
Covered commute and $20 per day lunch stipend for in-office work
NoHo office location in New York with convenient subway access

About the Company

Highbeam builds the future of business banking and cash management through a platform that combines AI agents, automated financial workflows, and integrated financial products. The company has raised $42 million in equity from investors including Acrew, FirstMark, Mayfield, and Two Sigma Ventures. The team consists of alumni from Shopify, Square, Toast, Rippling, and McKinsey, serving well-known brands such as Cuts, Tushy, Rocco, Sabah, Still Here, Alice Mushrooms, Original Grain, and birddogs.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please visit the official Highbeam careers page to submit your application.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Software Engineer role?

The salary for this full-time position ranges from $200,000 to $275,000 per year, alongside meaningful equity.

Where is the job located?

This role is based in the New York office, located in the NoHo neighborhood.

What level of experience is required?

Candidates must have 4+ years of professional software engineering experience.

What technical stack does Highbeam use?

The core technology stack includes Kotlin, TypeScript, React, PostgreSQL, and Google Cloud.

What perks and benefits are offered?

Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, generous PTO, a $1,000 yearly product stipend, a $100/mo wellness stipend, covered commutes, a $20/day lunch stipend, and yearly offsites.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Highbeam careers page.

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