Software Engineer II

Forward Financing is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts that builds revenue‑based financing solutions for small businesses across the United States, Dominican Republic, and Canada. Our mission is to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America.

Our engineering team drives innovation by building the software that powers our FinTech product. Application teams are modernizing how we operate and are inspired by innovative thinking and continuous improvement.

• Own the software development life cycle for small‑scale complexity features
• Actively participate in software design activities for projects across the team
• Proactively develop expertise in the team’s areas of responsibility
• Act as a resource for product on technical feasibility and complexity analysis for small features
• Promptly address bugs and incidents, and consistently be accessible during core hours

• Mission‑driven company: Forward is a trusted source of fast, flexible funding for small businesses that are often underserved by traditional financing.
• Flexibility is a top priority: Employees can choose where they want to work—home, office, or a combination—along with flexible hours.

• 2+ years of software development experience
• Experience with Ruby required
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Strong understanding of software design patterns
• Typically has 2 or more years of experience in agile software development
• Typically has a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, a certificate from a coding bootcamp, or additional relevant experience

Additionally, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package that includes medical, dental, vision, commuter benefits, a flexible time‑off policy, paid parental leave, 401k match for US employees, wellness reimbursement, volunteering days, an annual professional development budget, and charitable donation match.

Forward Financing is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a fair and inclusive culture built on a foundation of high performance and exceptional customer experience. By embracing what makes each of us unique, we create a supportive environment where people feel valued, accepted, and empowered to thrive.

• Drive the Mission – We believe in financial opportunity for underserved small businesses. We say “yes” when others say “no.”
• Keep It Real – We value direct communication, candid feedback, and authenticity. We are an open book.
• Act with Kindness – We create an environment where caring is cool and helping is the norm. We do the right thing.
• Shoot for Extraordinary – We are inspired by innovative thinking and continuous improvement. We never settle for yesterday’s best.