Green Dot Corporation
Lead Engineer
US-CA California Los Angeles/Orange County Home Office · Senior
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About the role
- This position is open only to candidates who currently reside in the following approved location:
- Architect and execute Azure migration strategies, including re-platforming and modernization of legacy systems.
- Translate stakeholder conversations into structured specifications using AI copilots.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade applications using.NET, C#, and SQL Server.
- Build and optimize cloud-native solutions leveraging Azure services (e.g., AKS, Cosmos DB, App Services, Functions).
- Collaborate with generative AI to iterate on user flows, interfaces, and architectures.
- Implement intelligent testing frameworks that auto-generate test cases, predict bugs, and enable self-healing.
- You will lead engineering efforts in a dynamic, AI-enhanced development lifecycle (AIDLC), collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions.
- We're Here to Support You-Accommodations Upon Request
- Our goal is to support every applicant in showcasing their talents and potential.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on.NET and C#.
- Strong proficiency in SQL Server and database design.
- Proven experience with Azure migration and building cloud-native applications.
- Familiarity with AI code assistants like GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar tools.
- Experience in automated testing, TDD, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment with AI-enhanced workflows.
- Experience with microservices architecture and containerization and container orchestration.
- Knowledge of Azure DevOps and related Azure tools.
- All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment, without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with CNCF projects is a plus.
- Preferred Skills
Skills
- Pair program with AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude) to write, refactor, and test code in real-time.
- Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in cloud engineering and AI-assisted development.
- Exposure to AI/ML concepts and tools.
- Strong ownership mindset, communication skills
Compensation
- The targeted base salary for this position is $139,900 to $199,300 per year.
- The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate's geographical location.
Company info
- We're looking for talented professionals to join us in bringing smart money management and payment solutions to everyone's fingertips.
- If you require a reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, we encourage you to let us know.
- Work Authorization Requirement At Green Dot Corporation, we value diversity and strive for fair and inclusive hiring practices.
Equal opportunity
- We will work with you to meet your needs in a way that respects your privacy and ensures equal opportunity.
Visa & Work Authorization
- However, we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.
- All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment, without the need for current or future sponsorship.
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