Software Developer, TradePMR

As a Software Developer at Robinhood, your primary responsibilities include designing, developing, and delivering software applications for the TradePMR team. You'll work closely with engineers in a full stack capacity, focusing largely on backend initiatives. You'll own the delivery of entire feature sets, conduct risk assessments, and collaborate with stakeholders across the business. Additionally, you'll maintain coding standards, diagnose production application issues, and contribute to improving our technology stack.

To apply for the Software Developer position at Robinhood, you should have a minimum of 4 years of experience in designing, developing, and delivering enterprise web and desktop applications primarily using Microsoft Technologies. A solid understanding of relational databases, microservices, and cloud solutions is essential. Proficiency in .NET Core, ASP.NET, C#, and other technologies mentioned in the job description is also necessary for success in this role.

Robinhood is committed to your professional growth as a Software Developer. We offer an annual lifestyle wallet dedicated to personal wellness and learning opportunities, along with generous time off for rest and parental leave. Our vibrant office culture supports collaboration and continuous learning, ensuring you’re able to grow your skills and advance your career in a supportive environment.

As a Software Developer at Robinhood, you will primarily work with a technology stack that includes .NET Core, ASP.NET, WebApi, C#, ReactJS, NodeJS, and various database technologies like MS SQL Server and NoSQL. Familiarity with DevOps tools like Git and Jenkins will be valuable as well, all while ensuring that your contributions enhance our enterprise solutions.

The company culture at Robinhood is vibrant, inclusive, and centered around our mission to democratize finance. As a Software Developer, you’ll find that collaboration and diverse perspectives are highly valued. You'll work alongside curious, growth-minded individuals who are passionate about technology and committed to innovation. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our work environment and the solutions we provide.

When discussing your experience with .NET technologies, focus on specific projects where you've utilized .NET Core, ASP.NET, or other related frameworks. Highlight any significant contributions you made, the challenges you faced, and how you resolved them. Emphasizing your ability to write clean, maintainable code will also showcase your expertise.

In your answer, outline your step-by-step process for designing and developing enterprise applications. Discuss the importance of understanding business requirements, collaborating with stakeholders, and your approach to risk assessment and software architecture. Mention any best practices you follow to ensure quality and reliability in your development work.

Explain your testing strategies, including the importance of unit testing and integration testing. Share specific tools or frameworks you've used for testing in your projects. Highlight how testing contributes to code quality and your process for diagnosing and resolving production issues.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to answer this question. Share a specific instance where you encountered a challenging scenario, how you approached it, the steps you took to resolve it, and the end result. This shows your problem-solving abilities and resilience.

Share your strategies for staying updated with technology trends, such as attending conferences, participating in online courses, or following industry leaders. Highlight any specific technologies you’ve recently learned or how you’ve applied new knowledge to your work as a Software Developer.

Discuss your exposure to microservices architecture, including any specific projects where you’ve implemented it. Detail the benefits you've observed while using microservices, such as scalability and flexibility, and any challenges you faced in the transition from a monolithic architecture to microservices.

Explain your method for prioritizing features based on business needs and user impact. Discuss how you communicate with stakeholders to understand their priorities and how you manage adjustments to scope based on project timelines and resources.

In your response, highlight the benefits of working in cross-functional teams and provide examples of successful collaborations. Discuss how you communicate across various disciplines and ensure alignment on project goals, showcasing your teamwork and collaboration skills.

Discuss the key principles of secure coding, such as input validation, proper authentication, and adherence to security frameworks. Mention any specific experiences where security was a crucial consideration in your development process.

Share your enthusiasm for Robinhood's mission to democratize finance. Connect your values and career goals with the company's mission, and illustrate how your skills and experiences align with the role and culture at Robinhood. This shows genuine interest and a culture fit, which is important for employers.