[Remote] Software Engineer I, Backend (New Grad - 2025)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Flex is a growth-stage FinTech company headquartered in NYC, focused on creating the best rent payment experience. They are seeking a Software Engineer to join their engineering team, where the main responsibilities include building and maintaining backend systems with a focus on Java-based services. Responsibilities Write clean, maintainable Java code and contribute to our backend services Participate in code reviews and learn best practices from senior engineers Debug and troubleshoot issues in our systems Collaborate with product and infrastructure teams to understand requirements Write tests and help improve our deployment and quality processes Contribute to system design discussions and architectural improvements Skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience) Strong foundational knowledge of Java and OOP principles Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design fundamentals Familiarity with relational databases (SQL) Experience with version control (Git) Ability to communicate clearly and work well in a team Curiosity about how systems work and willingness to learn continuously Experience with Spring or Spring Boot frameworks Familiarity with REST APIs and microservices Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS) Experience with Docker or containerization Understanding of distributed systems concepts Benefits Competitive medical, dental, and vision available from Day 1 Company equity 401(k) plan with company match (our company match kicks off at the beginning of 2026) Unlimited paid time off + 13 company paid holidays Parental leave Flex Cares Program Free Flex subscription Competitive compensation + company equity Unlimited PTO Company Overview Flex enables people to pay rent bills on a schedule that fits their personal finances. It was founded in 2019, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Flex has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 1 in 2024. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.