AI Summary
Join Block's Ledgering team as a Staff Software Engineer to develop and maintain core ledger infrastructure for Cash App. Drive strategic technical initiatives and lead complex projects.
Key Highlights
Design and develop durable, scalable ledger systems
Drive technical strategy for multi-quarter initiatives
Mentor and develop engineering team members
Collaborate effectively within a globally distributed team environment
Technical Skills Required
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary
Remote work flexibility
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Flexible time off policies
Retirement savings plans
Modern family planning benefits and parental leave
Job Description
About The Company
Block, Inc. is a leading technology company dedicated to increasing access to the global economy through innovative financial solutions. Built from many interconnected blocks, our organization encompasses diverse teams including People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, and Platform Infrastructure Engineering, all working collaboratively across the globe. Our mission is to empower individuals and businesses by creating inclusive, accessible, and efficient financial services. Our brands, such as Square, Cash App, Afterpay, TIDAL, Bitkey, and Proto, exemplify our commitment to transforming commerce, payments, music, and digital assets. We foster a culture of innovation, diversity, and continuous growth, enabling our employees to make a meaningful impact on the financial ecosystem worldwide.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Staff Software Engineer to join our Ledgering team within the Financial Platform organization. This role is pivotal in developing and maintaining the core ledger infrastructure that powers Cash App, one of our flagship products. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and scaling systems capable of processing millions of transactions daily with impeccable accuracy. As a key contributor, you will drive strategic technical initiatives, lead complex projects spanning multiple quarters, and influence the technical direction of our ledgering infrastructure. You will operate in a dynamic, globally distributed environment, collaborating with engineers across the United States, Australia, and Europe. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of financial ledgering, ensuring robustness, scalability, and reliability in our critical systems.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in software development, particularly in complex systems
- Proven track record of leading strategic or high-impact technical initiatives
- Strong leadership skills with a people-first approach
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills within engineering teams
- Experience working in distributed, global teams
- Deep understanding of scalable system architecture and transaction processing
- Familiarity with Java, Kotlin, MySQL, Vitess, AWS, Kafka, and related technologies
- Curiosity-driven mindset with the ability to thrive in ambiguous environments
- Ability to mentor, influence, and guide engineering best practices
- Make high-quality, impactful technical contributions aligned with organizational goals
- Design and develop durable, scalable ledger systems capable of processing millions of transactions daily with zero discrepancies
- Drive the technical strategy for multi-quarter initiatives, ensuring alignment with business needs
- Identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical challenges proactively
- Anticipate organizational needs and develop solutions before issues arise
- Mentor and develop engineering team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Advise senior leadership on technical strategy, architecture, and best practices
- Embed artificial intelligence and automation into engineering practices to enhance efficiency
- Collaborate effectively within a globally distributed team environment
- Competitive salary aligned with market standards and geographic location
- Remote work flexibility to support work-life balance
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Flexible time off policies to promote personal well-being
- Retirement savings plans to secure your financial future
- Modern family planning benefits and parental leave
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Block, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances innovation and drives success, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.