- 6+ years of professional software development experience, preferably in a fast-paced or product-centric environment. Experience in the tax industry is a major plus.
- Strong technical skills in backend development, including system design, architecture, and object-oriented programming.
- A track record of delivering reliable, high-quality software solutions on schedule.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and a methodical approach to debugging and implementation.
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Passion for building innovative software that simplifies complicated processes for everyday users.
Technologies We Use and Teach
- Java / Kotlin
- iBatis / SQL Relational Databases
- Logging & monitoring tools — Datadog, Splunk, New Relic
- GCP / AWS
- GitHub
- HTTP, JSON, gRPC, Protocol Buffers
- Okta
- Linear
- AI Coding Agents (Claude, Codex, etc.)
While there is no specific deadline to apply for this role, U.S. roles are typically open for an average of 55 days before being filled by a successful candidate. Please refer to the date listed at the top of this job page for when this role was first posted.
Block takes a market-based approach to pay, and pay may vary depending on your location. U.S. locations are categorized into one of four zones based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.
To find a location’s zone designation, please refer to this resource. If a location of interest is not listed, please speak with a recruiter for additional information.
Zone A
$217,800—$326,800 USD
Zone B
$207,000—$310,400 USD
Zone C
$196,100—$294,100 USD
Zone D
$185,200—$277,800 USD
Application Guidelines
Candidates may submit up to 9 active applications within a 60-day period. Reapplications to the same role are accepted 90 days after a previous application has been reviewed.
Use of AI in Our Hiring Process
We may use automated AI tools to evaluate job applications for efficiency and consistency. These tools comply with local regulations, including bias audits, and we handle all personal data in accordance with state and local privacy laws.
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Every benefit we offer is designed with one goal: empowering you to do the best work of your career while building the life you want. Remote work, medical insurance, flexible time off, retirement savings plans, and modern family planning are just some of our offering. Check out our other benefits at Block.
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