Robinhood

Software Engineer

Robinhood$161K — $178K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Applied Mathematics or related field.
  • 3 years of experience in mobile and web application testing.
  • Experience with both manual and automated testing methodologies.
  • Proficient in using testing tools such as Appium, Selenium, or Playwright.
  • Familiarity with API testing for RESTful services.
  • Skilled in programming languages like Python or Java.
  • Experience with defect tracking and test management tools.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and cases.
  • Conduct manual and automated testing of product features.
  • Maintain automated end-to-end test suites for mobile and web applications.
  • Perform regression, functional, and exploratory testing to ensure user experience quality.
  • Validate integrations across front-end applications, backend services, APIs, and data sources.
  • Document and track software defects using appropriate tools.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for continuous feedback throughout the development lifecycle.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for growth through challenging, high-impact work.
  • Performance-driven compensation with bonuses, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.
  • Comprehensive health insurance with 100% coverage for employees and 90% for dependents.
  • Flexible lifestyle wallet for wellness and learning expenses.
  • Employer-paid life, disability, and mental health benefits.
  • Generous time off policies including holidays, PTO, and parental leave.
  • Exceptional office environment with catered meals and engaging events.
Full Job Description
About the team + role

We 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. We're looking for an exceptional Software Engineer to help shape the future of our core platforms, products, and customer experiences. FinTech is one of the most complex and rapidly evolving spaces in technology, and the challenges we're tackling require deep innovation, critical thinking, and scale that don't always have strong precedents.

You'll take on a highly influential role shaping vision and execution across key strategic initiatives. You'll partner with cross-functional leaders, contribute to high-impact decisions, guide complex projects from concept to completion, and mentor others on the team. This is a role for someone who leverages modern tools and cutting-edge methodologies as a core part of how they solve problems, and raises the bar for everyone around them.

This role is based in our Menlo Park, CA, with in-person attendance expected at least three 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

Design, develop, and execute test plans, test cases, and test strategies for user-facing mobile (iOS/Android) and web applications. Perform manual and automated testing to validate functionality, and correctness of product features. Develop and maintain automated end-to-end test suites for mobile and web applications. Execute regression, functional, and exploratory testing to ensure high-quality user experiences. Validate integrations between frontend applications and backend services, APIs, and data sources. Identify, document, track, and verify software defects using bug tracking tools. Collaborate with software engineers, product managers, and designers to provide test feedback throughout the development lifecycle. Support release testing and production readiness activities, including P0 product launches. Maintain and improve existing test frameworks, automation infrastructure, and test coverage. Follow quality engineering best practices related to test design, documentation, and release validation. Telecommuting permitted.
What you bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Applied Mathematics or a related field and three years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
  • Education and/or experience must include:
    • Mobile application testing;
    • Web application testing;
    • Manual and automated testing;
    • Appium, Selenium, or Playwright;
    • API testing (RESTful services);
    • Python or Java; and
    • Defect tracking and test management tools.
  • Background checks required
What we offer
  • Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
  • Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
  • Best in class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
  • Lifestyle wallet - a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more
  • Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits
  • Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
  • Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.

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 and is aligned to the corresponding compensation zone.

Base Pay Range:

$161,637 - $178,000 per year

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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.

About Robinhood

Robinhood is a financial services company that offers commission-free trading through its website and mobile app. The company was founded in 2013 by Vladimir Tenev and Baiju Bhatt, and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California. Robinhood's mission is to democratize finance for all by making investing accessible to everyone. The company has raised over $5 billion in funding and has over 13 million users. Robinhood has faced criticism for its business model, which relies on selling order flow to market makers, and for its handling of the GameStop trading frenzy in early 2021.
Learn more about Robinhood
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2013

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