Senior Software Engineer, Growth Experience

Earnest is on a mission to make higher education accessible and affordable for everyone through innovative financial solutions. As a Senior Software Engineer on the Growth Experience team, you'll play a crucial role in optimizing user journeys and driving business growth through experimentation and technical innovation.

The role combines full-stack development expertise with a focus on growth and experimentation. You'll be responsible for implementing A/B tests, building performance-focused features, and working with analytics to make data-driven decisions. The position requires strong technical skills in JavaScript, React, Node.js, and TypeScript, along with experience in A/B testing tools and analytics platforms.

Working in a fast-paced fintech environment, you'll collaborate with Product, Data, and Marketing teams to enhance user engagement and improve product metrics. The role offers a balance of technical challenges and business impact, as you'll be instrumental in optimizing conversion rates and customer retention through technical solutions.

The company offers competitive compensation ($168,000-$214,000) and comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, equity through RSUs and ESPP, 401(k) with match, and various lifestyle perks. The role supports remote work with locations in San Francisco or Austin, requiring monthly visits to the Oakland office for collaboration.

Earnest's culture emphasizes ownership, humility, and a growth mindset. They're committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating an environment where employees feel valued and heard. This role presents an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on higher education accessibility while working with modern technologies in a supportive, mission-driven environment.