• Set technical direction and lead architectural design for core backend systems that power a new consumer credit product. • Build distributed, event-driven services that are reliable, observable, and scalable—designed for long-term evolution. • Drive zero-to-one product development in collaboration with cross-functional partners, translating ambiguous product goals into high-impact solutions. • Champion engineering velocity and quality by shaping patterns, practices, and tooling across the stack. • Lead with an AI-native mindset—leveraging and integrating AI tools to improve development workflows, reduce friction, and accelerate impact. • Serve as a technical mentor and thought leader within a high-performing, fast-moving team. • Influence product direction through technical insights, customer empathy, and an ability to balance tradeoffs between speed, scale, and quality.