Software Engineer
Content + Source + Freshness • 16 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
This position offers a strong starting salary in a high-demand sector with opportunities for skill enhancement in fintech and blockchain.
- Remote work opportunity in fintech
- Salary range: $120,000–$150,000/year
- Focus on learning and career development
- Ideal for entry to junior candidates
Pros
- Fully remote option provides flexible work arrangements
- Salary range is competitive for entry to junior roles in tech
- Opportunity to work in a fast-growing company with a focus on Bitcoin technology
Cons
- Requirement for eagerness to learn specific technologies (Elixir, Phoenix)
- Possible high competition for positions due to industry interest
- Entry-level roles may involve less autonomy initially
Who it's for
Entry/Junior • Remote
Good fit
- New graduates in computer science or related fields
- Junior developers excited about fintech
- Individuals looking to enter the blockchain space
Not recommended for
- Highly experienced software engineers
- Candidates who prefer extensive corporate structure
- Those not interested in cryptocurrency or fintech industries
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Location
Remote Americas + Europe
Employment Type
Full time
Department
Engineering
At River we are building the world’s most trusted financial institution to empower people to take ownership of their financial lives through Bitcoin, the world’s only incorruptible digital money. We believe in a future where every person will have bitcoin savings, and every business will have bitcoin on the balance sheet. We obsessively design and build delightful products that help our clients buy, sell, secure, and use Bitcoin.
At River, we prioritize both hard skills and shared values. We are looking for a candidate who is dedicated, eager to learn, and able to embrace challenges. You will be part of a team that develops features used by clients daily, contributing primarily to our Elixir and React codebase.
River is growing quickly and has raised more than $50 million from leading investors, including Goldcrest, Kingsway, Polychain, M13, DG, and Valor. We have also released our company's financials and proof of reserves publicly, so all of our clients and employees can verify the robustness and growth of the business themselves.
What you will be doing
Contribute to the development of new features and products in our Elixir-based web applications and API
Collaborate closely with product management for planning and scoping new initiatives
Write high-quality, tested code with an understanding of web security fundamentals
Participate actively in code reviews
What we look for in you
Understanding of software engineering fundamentals
Exposure to or eagerness to learn Elixir, Phoenix, and React
Ability to take ownership and write reliable, high-quality code
This is an entry level to junior role, ideal for candidates who have compelling internship projects or early work experience
At River, we provide a supportive environment with adequate supervision and coaching, but we also value independence. We expect you to manage your tasks effectively, ask for help when needed, and consistently strive for improvement.
Nice to haves
Prior fintech experience
Familiarity with Postgres and Kubernetes
Interest or experience in working at a rapidly scaling company
Curiosity or interest in Bitcoin
Our mission at River is ambitious, but we believe in our team and value the individual growth and contributions of each member. If you are passionate about building robust financial solutions and are excited about Bitcoin, you’ll fit right in.
Location & Salary
100% remote option available within the Americas and Europe, with offices in SF, NYC, and Columbus
Salary range between $120,000 - $150,000 based on skills and experience
Significant equity stock options
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Unlimited PTO
Parental Leave separate from PTO policy
401k
