Senior Full Stack Engineer, Payments

The Senior Full Stack Engineer at GoodLeap is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable micro-services and APIs that integrate with Stripe and other payment gateways. This includes building secure, reliable, and compliant payment solutions, collaborating with product teams, mentoring junior engineers, and staying updated on the latest trends in the payments sector.

To qualify for the Senior Full Stack Engineer role at GoodLeap, candidates should have over 5 years of full-stack software development experience, particularly with technologies like NodeJS, TypeScript, and React. Familiarity with payment processing systems, especially Stripe's API, and experience with AWS and relational databases like PostgreSQL are also essential.

As a Senior Full Stack Engineer at GoodLeap, you'll work with a variety of cutting-edge technologies including NodeJS, TypeScript, NestJS, React, alongside cloud platforms like AWS. You'll also engage with Stripe's API to develop efficient payment solutions.

Absolutely! Mentorship is a key aspect of the Senior Full Stack Engineer role at GoodLeap. You will not only be leading initiatives but also guiding junior engineers, sharing best practices in software development and payment security to foster a collaborative and knowledgeable team environment.

The salary range for the Senior Full Stack Engineer position at GoodLeap is competitive, with salaries ranging from $146,000 to $170,000 annually, in addition to potential bonuses, reflecting the company’s commitment to attracting top talent.

When designing a payment solution, I focus on security, scalability, and compliance with regulations. I begin by thoroughly understanding business requirements, followed by designing micro-services that integrate seamlessly with payment gateways like Stripe. Collaboration with the product team is crucial to ensure alignment with user experience and functionality.

I have extensive experience working with payment processing APIs, specifically Stripe. This includes implementing payment workflows and ensuring robust security protocols, such as PCI compliance, to protect sensitive customer information while providing a smooth transaction experience.

Certainly! I have designed and implemented projects using microservices architecture, which allows for scalability and independent deployment of services. This framework has been pivotal in developing flexible systems that can handle diverse payment processes efficiently.

In mentoring junior engineers, I focus on fostering an open environment where they feel encouraged to ask questions. I pair programming sessions to demonstrate best practices and conduct code reviews to provide constructive feedback, ensuring they grow their skills while contributing meaningfully to our projects.

Ensuring the security of payment systems involves implementing robust encryption protocols, adhering to PCI standards, and regularly updating software to patch any vulnerabilities. I also promote security best practices within my team, from code reviews to training sessions on secure coding techniques.

I use a combination of application performance monitoring tools like New Relic and logging frameworks such as ELK Stack to monitor and debug payment systems. These tools provide valuable insights into system performance and user interactions, allowing for proactive issue resolution.

Handling payment processing failures requires a structured approach. I would implement retry mechanisms and error logging to capture the details of the failure. Furthermore, communicating with affected users promptly ensures transparency and helps maintain customer trust.

When developing APIs, I emphasize clear documentation, adhere to RESTful design principles, and ensure that they are versioned properly to maintain compatibility. Additionally, I focus on writing comprehensive unit tests to validate functionality and catch issues early on.

Synchronous payment processing requires that the transaction is completed in real-time before moving to the next step, resulting in immediate feedback to users. In contrast, asynchronous processing allows backend systems to handle transactions independently, which can be more efficient for high-volume operations but requires mechanisms to notify users after completion.

I stay current with payments technology by following industry blogs, participating in webinars, and attending conferences. Engaging with communities of developers allows me to share insights and learn about the latest innovations, ensuring that I’m always at the forefront of developments in the payments landscape.