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Octane is unlocking the power of financial products for merchants and consumers. Our cutting-edge technology and innovative financial products empower businesses with more control and flexibility, enabling them to deliver seamless digital experiences, drive customer loyalty, and build long-term value.  

Octane supports merchants throughout the sales cycle: connecting dealerships with high-intent buyers, driving transparent, fast, and easy closings with award-winning technology, and providing on-going customer care with superior loan servicing.

Founded in 2014, Octane supports over 60 OEM partner brands and over 4,000 dealer partners, and has a team of over 600. Visit www.octane.co.

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team and lead the evolution of our core products for dealer and lending services.

Our platform is a mission-critical tool used by dealerships nationwide. By streamlining complex workflows, we empower partners to provide fast, flexible financing to their customers right when it matters most. As a key member of our full stack engineering team, you'll dive into a sophisticated stack featuring Python, Django, React and PostgreSQL to build the high-performance infrastructure that powers these transactions.

This isn't just about writing code; it's about engineering solutions. You will work alongside a passionate group of veteran engineers to architect scalable systems, mentor growing talent, and ensure our marketplace remains the gold standard for speed and reliability.

Responsibilities: 

• Design high-performance systems that power a nationwide marketplace.
• Build elegant, high-impact features using Python and Django.
• Own the reliability of the stack with sophisticated automated testing.
• Lead high-level code reviews and crush complex technical bottlenecks.
• Partner across teams to turn ambitious product visions into reality.
• Mentor rising talent and set the gold standard for engineering excellence.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience delivering high-impact software at scale.
• Deep proficiency in at least one high-level language (Python, Java, C#, or JavaScript), with the versatility to adapt across the stack.
• Demonstrated success in designing and implementing end-to-end technical solutions for complex business problems.
• Thrives in high-trust, cross-functional environments, prioritizing collective success and seamless integration.
• A proactive, solution-oriented approach with a track record of taking full accountability for project outcomes.
• Ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for both engineers and stakeholders.
• Experience leveling up junior talent by championing engineering best practices and fostering a culture of growth.
• Experience developing with AI systems. 
• A BS/MS in Computer Science or a related field (preferred).

Compensation: In addition to salary, Total Rewards include bonus eligibility, a stock option package, and benefits as outlined below. The role described above offers a base salary of $130,000 to $170,000 + corporate bonus eligibility. Your offer will be based on location, the alignment of your qualifications with the requirements of the job and internal equity.

Benefits:

• Robust Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Generous Parental Leave
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy - Time Off When You Need It
• Retirement Plan (401k) with company match!
• Educational Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement up to $3K/year 
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Short Term / Long Term Disability
• Robust Ancillary benefits including accident insurance, hospital insurance, etc
• Wellhub (Gympass) Wellness Benefit
• Recreational Safety Benefit

Disclaimer:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Octane Lending is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion and other terms and conditions of employment.