We stand for the side hustlers, the creators, the freelancers, and the investors. We are built for those who are looking to start early, to rebuild, or improve on where they are today. For people who are not afraid to take on challenges, especially when it comes to their finances.
Step is a next-generation financial services company building a better banking and borrowing experience to help people achieve financial independence as quickly as possible. We provide access to the tools, education, and opportunities to manage, build, and grow their money with confidence. Step is focused on disrupting the banking industry by delivering a differentiated, mobile-first consumer experience.
People love our product. We eclipsed over 7M million customers, and if you’re looking to join a fast-growing company with a strong mission and vision that puts people first, we want to meet you!
Step is a part of Beast Industries, a multifaceted media and entertainment company founded by Jimmy Donaldson, popularly known as MrBeast, the most-watched person in the world. Renowned for revolutionizing digital content creation, Beast Industries encompasses a diverse portfolio of ventures that extend far beyond its origins on YouTube. With a mission to entertain, inspire, and create significant social impact, Beast Industries operates across various domains, including digital media, philanthropy, consumer products, and innovative business initiatives. At Beast Industries, we believe in the transformative power of digital media and its potential to entertain, educate, and effect positive change. Our commitment to innovation, creativity, and philanthropy drives us to explore new frontiers, create unforgettable experiences, and build a legacy that inspires future generations.
Step is looking for an experienced Senior Mobile Software Engineer. As part of the team you’ll be at the forefront of developing new user-facing features and helping us deliver our first product to the public. We are building a cross platform app using React Native + Mobx, so React Native experience is a plus but not required.
Responsibilities- Own features throughout their life cycle, from inception to production.
- Prioritize maintainable code and test all the things.
- Work in a small, tight-knit cross-functional team.
- Be part of a high-energy, fun, world-class engineering team.
- See your contributions make a weekly impact to an evolving product.
- 6+ years of relevant work experience.
- BA/BS degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
- Strong Computer Science fundamentals.
- Passion for software quality.
- Proven track record of delivering mobile apps.
- Expert in React Native
- Typescript proficiency
- Native Android and/or iOS development experience.
We are building a next-generation consumer and services platform with global reach and long-term ambition.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Generous Medical, Dental, Vision, and company-paid Life Insurance
- 401k Plan with Safe Harbor company-matching
- Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
- Company-provided technology package
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