[Hiring] Staff Software Engineer REMOTE USA
Position: Staff Software Engineer
Date Posted: 28 January 2026
Industry: Cybersecurity / Fraud Prevention / Software Engineering
Employment Type: Full Time
Experience: 8+ years in software engineering, including staff-level or senior technical leadership
Qualification: Estimated Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Location: United States [REMOTE]
Company: CertifID
Description:
CertifID is on a mission to combat wire fraud and secure real estate transactions. With cybercrime reaching record highs, our platform verifies identities, authenticates wire instructions, and detects potential fraud, ensuring safe and confident transactions. Recognized as one of the Best Startups to Work for in Austin and celebrated for our culture, CertifID offers a dynamic environment where innovation meets meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities:
• Architect, design, and build scalable software systems that analyze hundreds of signals in real time to detect complex patterns of fraud.
• Lead and mentor engineering teams, establishing long-term technical vision and strategic roadmaps.
• Apply strong system programming skills to develop highly fault-tolerant, high-volume transaction processing systems for critical applications.
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Simplify complex systems, resolve technical debt, and make pragmatic trade-offs between speed, cost, and quality.
Bonus Points / Preferred Experience:
• Background in fintech, cybersecurity, or fraud prevention.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations, including SOC 2, GDPR, and CCPA.
• Contributions to open-source data tools or technology communities.
What We Offer:
• Flexible vacation and 12 company-paid holidays.
• 10 paid sick days and no work on your birthday.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, including a $0 option.
• 401(k) with immediate matching contributions.
• Equity opportunities and life insurance.
• Generous parental leave and wellness reimbursement of $300/year.
• Remote worker reimbursement of $300/year.
• Professional development reimbursement.
• Competitive pay and an award-winning culture.
Culture & Values:
We value potential as much as experience. Candidates who are eager to learn, adapt, and solve challenges are encouraged to apply. Our core values—Protect the Customer, Raise the Bar, Operate with Urgency, Grow with Grit, Ride the Wave, Enthusiasm Spreads, Stay Connected, Send It—guide both individual and collective growth.
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