Software Engineer, International Expansion

Software Engineer, International ExpansionThis listing's locations Toronto, Canada
Compensation CAD 136000–160000 (period not stated)
Department: Crypto Engineering
Join us in building the future of finance.Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.
About the team + roleWe are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.
The International engineering team's mission is to expand Robinhood's products globally and scale our platform to support millions of new customers in diverse markets. We build and maintain experiences across onboarding, funding, account setup, localized product experiences, growth incentives, and platform capabilities to operate in new jurisdictions. Our engineering team partners closely with product, design, compliance, marketing teams, along with an array of platform engineering teams to launch new products and optimize user acquisition globally. We prioritize technical rigor, system reliability, and quick execution to deliver reliable products to our growing customer base. Our culture is centered on clear communication, strong team partnership, and a commitment to helping people manage their financial lives!
As a Full Stack Software Engineer, you will be a core technical driver for Robinhood’s global expansion initiatives. You will bridge high-performance frontend interfaces with resilient backend distributed systems, architecting and delivering localized customer experiences-from multi-currency funding and international onboarding to regional asset trading. You will design reusable, extensible platform abstractions that allow Robinhood to scale seamlessly into new international markets while upholding uncompromising standards for security, availability, and compliance.
This role is based in either our Toronto, Canada office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.
At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.
What you’ll do
Full Stack Architecture & Engineering: Develop and maintain high-quality frontend interfaces (React/TypeScript) and scale robust backend services (Go/Python)
Global Product Launches: Own the technical delivery of critical international capabilities, including localized onboarding funnels, identity verification (KYC/AML), multi-currency funding rails, and region-specific trading experiences
Growth and User Acquisition: Build and optimize high-leverage growth mechanisms, localized promotion engines, and user acquisition pipelines to accelerate international market adoption.
Reusable Internationalization Platforms: Architect modular, scalable frameworks and internationalization (i18n/l10n) services that make expanding to future jurisdictions faster, safer, and more reliable
System Reliability & Observability: Ensure backend services and localized products are built for high availability, low latency, and fault tolerance;
implement comprehensivetelemetry, automated testing, and participate in production on-call rotations
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Product Management, Product Design, Compliance, Legal, and Platform teams to translate jurisdictional requirements into elegant, user-centric technical solutions
What you bring
Experience: 2+ years of professional software engineering experience designing, building, and operating production systems across the full stack
Frontend Depth: Proficiency with modern frontend technologies and frameworks (e.G., React, TypeScript) with an emphasis on performance, accessibility, and state management
Backend & Distributed Systems: Strong experience building scalable distributed services in languages such as Go or Python, utilizing relational and NoSQL databases (e.G., PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis), and working with event-driven architectures (e.G., Kafka)
Product Ownership: Proven track record of taking complex features from ambiguity through technical design, phased rollout, production validation, and post-launch maintenance
What we offer
Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, and equity ownership
Top tier benefits to fuel your work, including supplemental health insurance, ancillary insurance, and mental health support programs
Access to the best AI tools on the market and continuous AI skill-building for every employee, technical or not
Lifestyle wallet - a highly flexible employer-paid benefits spending account expenses beyond traditional benefits such as wellness, childcare, learning, and more.
Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, paid volunteer time off, parental leave, and more!
Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.
Monthly commuter stipend to help offset in-office commuting costs
Our team is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming interview experience for all candidates. If you require a specific accommodation during the application or interview process due to a physical or mental condition, please complete this Applicant Accommodation Form to notify our team. The form should only be completed if you need a specific accommodation.Applicant Accommodation Form
Vacancy Notice: This job posting represents an existing vacancy that we are actively seeking to fill.
In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.
Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed.
Base Pay Range:
Toronto, ON
$136,000-$160,000 CAD
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If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.
AI Usage Disclosure: Robinhood uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our recruiting process. These tools enhance the efficiency and consistency of our hiring process;
however, all hiring decisions are made by our hiring teams.
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