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$160K - 200K a year
Design and implement performant backend services and APIs in a microservices architecture.
9+ years web development, 2+ years Scala experience, strong database knowledge, and collaborative communication skills.
About the Role The Backend Engineer at iCapital will play an integral role in designing and implementing systems that power the iCapital platform. We are looking for engineers who can build APIs and applications that are highly performant and intuitive. More than checking the boxes on specific technologies, we are looking for driven team members with technical depth and a desire to deliver end products for our clients. You will work closely with our Investments Product Management team throughout the software development process. Our platform sits on top of a micro-services architecture with services built in Scala, Ruby, Node.js and Python. If you are not already familiar with the technologies used at iCapital, you will have the opportunity to pick up these new tools and technologies while on the job—with support from management and mentors. Responsibilities • Building cloud native services using Scala using open-source frameworks Akka, ZIO etc. • Unit and integration test development using Scala Test • Active participation in stand-up meetings • Active participation in Peer Code Reviews as part of our standard SDLC and Change Management Process • Support clients through system integrations and production issues Qualifications • Degree in Software Engineering • 9+ years of web-based application development • 2+ years experience in Scala. (Node.js or Java is a plus) • Demonstrated understanding of relational or NoSQL database concepts and modeling practices • Passion for actively learning new technologies • Ability to work independently or as part of a group effort, as required • Solid problem-solving abilities • Excellent communication skills • Collaborative approach to software development Benefits The base salary range for this role is $160,000 to $200,000. iCapital offers a compensation package which includes salary, equity for all full-time employees, and an annual performance bonus. Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes an employer matched retirement plan, generously subsidized healthcare with 100% employer paid dental, vision, telemedicine, and virtual mental health counseling, parental leave, and unlimited paid time off (PTO). We believe the best ideas and innovation happen when we are together. Employees in this role will work in the office Monday-Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday. iCapital is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Remote Skills: Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Services, Change Management, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Database Design, Database Technology, Integration Testing, Internet Application, Investment Management, Java, Mentoring, Microservices, NoSQL, Node.js, Open Source, Problem Solving Skills, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Relational Databases (RDBMS), Ruby, Scala Programming Language, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Standup Meetings, System Integration (SI), Team Player, Test Plan/Schedule, Unit Test, Web Programming About the Company: iCapital
This job posting was last updated on 3/5/2026