[Remote] New Grad Software Engineer, Backend 2026
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Circle is a financial technology company focused on creating an inclusive financial future. As a Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and deliver backend systems and APIs that support global financial infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system resilience and quality.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain backend systems and APIs that are reliable, secure, and performant
- Contribute to architecture discussions, system design, and code reviews
- Develop high-quality, production-grade software that supports Circle’s mission of raising global economic prosperity through the frictionless exchange of value
- Participate in testing, deployment, and monitoring processes to ensure system resilience and quality
- Troubleshoot issues, identify improvements, and help drive technical excellence across the engineering organization
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 1+ years of professional or internship experience in software development using object-oriented languages (such as Java, Go, or similar)
- Familiarity with RESTful API design principles and backend service development
- Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, etc.) and deployment best practices
- Experience working with SQL databases, schema design, and data modeling
- A focus on writing clean, maintainable, and testable code with strong attention to quality and security
- Excellent communication skills — able to collaborate effectively in a distributed team environment
- A self-starter mindset — motivated to learn, ship meaningful software, and continuously improve your craft
- Exposure to distributed systems, microservice architecture, or payment systems is a plus
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