Lead Software Engineer, Card Program

We are looking for a collaborative and talented Lead Software Engineer to join our Card Program Engineering team at Tapcheck. You will be crucial in developing and maintaining our Azure-based web applications and backend systems using C#. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the payment industry and a proven track record of establishing new business units.

As a Lead Software Engineer, you will help build and optimize the payroll card program, collaborate closely with product and design teams to ship engaging features that drive users to trust the Tapcheck card as their main account, and innovate to enhance the program's profitability and growth.

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, you will lead a team of developers across various locations, but on and offshore, working with product managers and cross-functional teams to deliver secure and scalable solutions. Your leadership will shape the technical direction of our projects, ensuring they align with business objectives while fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

At Tapcheck, we value diversity, inclusion, and creativity. We believe that the most successful teams are built with people from varied backgrounds and perspectives. 

What You'll Do:

• Implement, design, and review maintainable solutions for the payroll card program and associated systems 
• Drive continuous improvement of existing architecture, optimizing performance, security, and scalability 
• Mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of learning and collaboration 
• Conduct regular code reviews to ensure high quality and adherence to best practices 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve production issues, minimizing downtime for users 
• Promote technology best practices, ensuring efficiency, security, and quality throughout the development process 
• Provide strong technical leadership for engineers working on Azure-based APIs and platforms 
• Lead the resolution of complex technical issues, proactively identifying risks 

What You'll Bring:

• 10+ years of experience in software development, focusing on Azure-based APIs and cloud architecture 
• 6+ years of development experience with C#, ASP.NET, Angular, Microsoft SQL, RESTful API, git  
• 5+ years of experience working on public-facing, high-volume, web applications facing the public internet  
• Proven leadership in mentoring teams and fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture 
• Hands-on experience building scalable, secure solutions on cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or GCP 
• Expertise in supporting high-volume, asynchronous applications and production SaaS 
• Strong emphasis on performance, reliability, and security best practices (e.g., PCI DSS) 

At this time, Tapcheck does not provide sponsorship for employment-based visas (e.g., H-b, L-1, TN, etc.). Therefore, candidates must already possess the right to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. 

This is a remote-friendly role. Ideally, candidates will sit in the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, LA, MA, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, PA, OR, OH, RI, SC, TX, VA, WA, WI

About Tapcheck:

Tapcheck is a digital platform offering an easy and convenient way to access on-demand earnings early. Available at no cost to employers, our app-based on-demand pay solution helps relieve the financial stress that many employees experience on a daily basis.

The Tapcheck team is passionate about our mission to improve financial wellness and boost business productivity. By giving workers the ability to transfer wages they’ve earned directly to their bank account or pay card without waiting for payday, Tapcheck eliminates the need for high-interest payday loans or employer-funded cash advances.

How We Get Things Done:

Our core values act as a steadfast guide, directing our decisions and anchoring our actions. We consider these values non-negotiable, especially when it comes to our hiring process.

• Humility: We believe in the power of humility. We value team players who are down-to-earth, respectful, and open to learning from others. Our employees approach challenges with a positive attitude, acknowledging their strengths and weaknesses while celebrating the achievements of their colleagues.
• Grit: We admire individuals with grit – those who demonstrate unwavering determination and resilience in the face of obstacles. At Tapcheck, we take pride in overcoming challenges together, pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and embracing failure a