Risk & Compliance - Software Engineer I

About the Team:

Join the Compliance Technology team at Chipper Cash, a fast-growing fintech company revolutionizing cross-border payments. Our team is responsible for building and managing tools and systems that ensure robust compliance while maintaining user-friendly experiences. We tackle key challenges, including onboarding controls, vendor integrations, anti-fraud and spoofing models, document verification, transaction monitoring, authentication, and screening solutions. As an intern, you'll work closely with experienced engineers to build scalable, secure, and compliant technology solutions.

About the Role

This is a 3-month provisional contract-based role, with a goal of conversion to a long-term position at the end of the provisional period.  It is a Software Engineer I role, so applicants from all backgrounds are eligible, from recently graduated students to industry veterans.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about what we are doing and is eager to jump in, learn how to work within our cutting-edge technical systems, and begin driving major impact quickly.

What You'll Do:

• Assist in the development and enhancement of onboarding controls and fraud detection systems.
• Work on integrating vendor solutions to streamline compliance processes.
• Support the team in implementing and improving anti-spoofing models, document verification systems, and authentication solutions.
• Collaborate on transaction monitoring and watchlists screening solutions to meet regulatory requirements.
• Develop and enhance compliance tooling to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of compliance operations.
• Contribute to data transformation using tools like DBT to support risk analysis and reporting.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including compliance, fraud, and engineering, to ensure systems are effective and scalable.

What We're Looking For:

• Required Skills:
  • Proficiency in TypeScript, NodeJS for building scalable solutions.
  • A strong interest in learning and working on compliance technology, fraud prevention, document verification, and authentication systems.
• Nice to have Skills:
  • Knowledge of Python for backend scripting and automation.
  • Experience or familiarity with React Native
  • Understanding of DBT or similar data transformation and pipeline tools.
  • Experience working with Large Language Models ****(LLMs) and their applications in compliance or risk analysis.

Who You Are:

• You’re a proactive learner with an interest in the intersection of technology and compliance.
• You have strong problem solving skills and enjoy working on projects that protect users and reduce risk.
• You are detail-oriented and can thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What We Offer:

• Hands on experience with cutting edge compliance & fraud detection technologies.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and leaders in the compliance tech space.
• A chance to work in a mission-driven fintech company making cross-border payments more accessible.
• Opportunities to work with product teams and other key stakeholders across the organization.
• Exposure to all aspects of a fast growing startup with opportunities for professional development.
• Potential for a full-time role based on performance during the internship.

Next Steps:

If you are interested, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@chippercash.com, with the subject line “Job Application - Risk & Compliance - Software Engineer I”, and we will review and get back to you promptly with any next steps.

This role is primarily based out of Nigeria.  We are a globally distributed remote-first company, so you will have the opportunity to work both remotely and in-office.

Chipper is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital or family status, disability, veteran status, and any other status.

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