About the job
At Fortify, we are revolutionizing the way students finance their education.
We seek a passionate Fullstack Engineer who is enthusiastic about fintech, capital markets, and innovative products to join our mission in making education more accessible.
About Us:
Fortify is dedicated to empowering students by providing them with affordable options to finance their education and supporting them post-graduation.
In the wake of COVID-19, access to credit has diminished, leaving students from various educational backgrounds—ranging from trade schools to prestigious universities—seeking financial assistance. Fortify is here to assist educational institutions in managing these financing programs more effectively, encompassing everything from financial aid and scholarships to payment plans and institutional loans. Our goal is to simplify student financing while also equipping our students for success beyond graduation.
We are building solutions for those who possess the ambition and determination to pursue their education but lack the necessary resources.
Supported by Pear VC, Fortify is a well-funded, agile organization.
Join our small yet highly skilled team in fintech and lending, led by co-founders with a proven track record of launching successful venture-backed companies, including pivotal roles at SoFi.
About This Role:
As a Fullstack Engineer, you will be instrumental in developing Fortify's core financing platform.
You will enjoy significant autonomy over new product initiatives and play a key role in major launches.
Working within a compact team, you will have ample opportunities to lead design and product development if desired.
Your contributions will directly support our mission of enhancing educational access and fostering economic mobility.
Potential Projects:
Taking charge of the architecture and launch of new products, such as a financial aid tool that simplifies the application process for federal (FAFSA) and state aid.
Enhancing our online financing application to facilitate smoother access to loans, scholarships, or aid for students.
Creating resources aimed at promoting financial literacy among students and assisting them in securing job opportunities post-graduation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated significant ownership of production code at a tech startup.
Experience with full-stack development in a collaborative environment.
Passion for fintech and a commitment to advancing educational access.

