About Us
Founded in 2014, we offer the industry’s first and only cloud-based, fully-customizable, end-to-end software solution to automate securities-based lending from origination through the life of the loan. By combining thought leadership in suitability and risk management with industry-leading education and the latest technology, Supernova enables advisors to deliver holistic, goals-based advice and to help their clients achieve financial wellness. We partner with the industry’s largest banks, most prominent insurance companies and leading online brokerages to democratize access to securities-based lending and better the entire financial ecosystem.
Why Join Supernova?
At Supernova Technology, we believe that the best results come from a team that is passionate, driven, and supported in all aspects of their professional lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented and innovative individuals who are committed to driving the future of securities-based lending technology. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and growth, where each person’s contributions make a real impact.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Senior Platform Engineer who will own the secure, reliable, and scalable foundation that powers all of our products. You will design and build platform services—encryption, authentication, service discovery, and cloud gateways—and integrate them with strategic partners such as DocuSign, Plaid, and the major credit reporting agencies. Working closely with product and application engineering teams, you will ensure deployments are frictionless, observability is deep, and the platform meets the highest security and compliance standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the development and maintenance of platform level infrastructure components (encryption services, cloud gateways, utility services).
- Manage third party integrations, including DocuSign and Plaid.
- Manage credit agency reporting API integrations (Experian, Equifax).
- Collaborate with software development teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of applications on the platform.
- Drive the development of service to service authentication, encryption, and service discovery.
- Implement and enforce security best practices to protect platform infrastructure and data.
- Document platform architecture, processes, and procedures for internal use.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve platform capabilities.
- Own and improve document rendering services for statements, disclosures, and other customer facing documents.
- Maintain and extend the platform rule engine used for dynamic decisioning and configuration.
- Manage the messaging capabilities, including transactional email and SMS sending.
- Manage the user authentication and authorization framework to support fine grained, role based access control, MFA, SAML/oauth-based SSO.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in platform engineering or a similar role.
- Experience with AWS.
- Handson proficiency with Java (Spring Boot) and Python in microservices environments.
- Demonstrated experience integrating and securing third party APIs (e.g., DocuSign, Plaid, Experian, Equifax).
- Strong familiarity with cryptography, and OAuth/OIDC.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative communication style.
Our Employee Benefits
At Supernova Technology, we provide a robust benefits package to support the health and well-being of our employees. Our offerings include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Multiple plans with coverage for employees and dependents.
HSA and FSA Accounts: Tax-advantaged accounts for health and dependent care expenses.
Life and Disability Insurance: Employer-paid basic coverage with options for additional voluntary coverage.
Compensation: $140,000 - $180,000 per year
Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services, including free therapy sessions.
Paid Time Off: Flexible PTO policies.
Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, pet insurance, continuing education assistance, and more.
Note: Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's relevant qualifications, skills and experience, and the location where this position may be filled.
Our Core Values
Our core values drive everything we do. At Supernova, we...
Form, execute, and communicate new ideas that add value to our employees and customers
Strive through obstacles and failures
Follow-through on promises or commitments to others, accept responsibility, and answer for actions & decisions
Listen to, understand, and support our employees and customers
Act with speed, positive attitude, and flexibility
Exceed expectations and surpass ourselves every day; we embrace a sense of pride and never stop growing
Join us and make an impact while growing your career at Supernova.
