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Engineering Manager, Credit Cards & Banking

Robinhood
Location
Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY
Posted
26 days ago
Department
ENG Growth
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8+ years of software engineering experience
  • At least 2+ years of experience managing engineering teams
  • Experience leading teams that build and ship customer-facing products at scale
  • Strong technical judgment and ability to partner on architecture and execution
  • Experience working on complex distributed systems or full-stack consumer products
  • A track record of driving cross-functional initiatives from concept through launch
Nice to have
  • Experience in fintech, banking, credit cards, payments, lending, or other highly regulated domains
  • Experience leading teams through rapid growth or product expansion
  • Experience building mobile-first or consumer app experiences
  • Familiarity with modern backend and data systems in high-availability environments
What the job really is

As an Engineering Manager for the Credit Cards & Banking team at Robinhood, you will lead a team of engineers in developing innovative consumer financial products, including credit cards and banking services. Your role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to define product roadmaps, ensuring high-quality execution, and fostering team development through coaching and hiring. This position emphasizes both technical leadership and people management in a fast-paced environment focused on customer trust and product reliability.

Benefits
  • Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
  • 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
  • Lifestyle wallet for wellness, learning, and more
  • Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits
  • Time off including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave
  • Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces
Things to weigh
  • In-person attendance expected 5 days per week
  • Base pay varies by location and is aligned to compensation zones
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Role may involve high-pressure environments due to the focus on execution quality and customer trust
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